New legislation aims to provide a “no-brainer” lifeline for disaster victims, allowing them to claim casualty losses without itemizing.

A bipartisan effort led by Rep. Greg Steube (R-Fla.) and Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) seeks to extend critical tax relief for victims of federally declared disasters.

On Monday, Rep. Steube introduced the Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act in the House, with a companion bill introduced by Sen. Scott in the Senate. This legislation would extend a 2024 law, enabling those affected by natural disasters to claim personal casualty losses without being required to itemize deductions through the end of 2026.

Bipartisan Support Highlights Importance of Relief

“Allowing taxpayers to write off damages from natural disasters is a no-brainer,” said Rep. Steube, highlight

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