Legislation

HB889

Authorize income tax credit for fertility treatment expenses

House | Introduced In House

๐Ÿ“‹ What This Bill Does

This bill proposes to authorize a nonrefundable income tax credit for fertility treatment expenses in Ohio. The credit would cover expenses related to assisted reproductive technology and treatment for conditions impacting fertility, up to specified limits. Taxpayers would need to provide documentation to verify eligibility for the credit, and the bill outlines the order in which various tax credits should be claimed.

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Rationale

The bill partially aligns with libertarian principles by allowing individuals to keep more of their income, promoting individual choice in healthcare decisions. However, it also involves government intervention in the form of tax credits, which could distort the free market by favoring certain medical procedures over others.

Risks and Concerns

  • Risk of government intervention in healthcare through targeted tax credits.
  • Potential for market distortion by incentivizing specific medical treatments over others.

Platform Citations (2)

2.13 Health Care (2_13) SUPPORTS
The bill involves authorizing a tax credit for healthcare expenses, touching on the libertarian principle of free market healthcare.
2.1 Aggression, Property, and Contract (2_1) OPPOSES
The bill introduces a tax credit, which could be seen as a form of government intervention in the economy.
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