( #OneBigBeautifulBill )
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act is a sweeping tax reform bill signed into law by President Trump on July 4, 2025. Here are the key points ¹ ² ³:
- *Tax Changes*:
- *Permanent Tax Cuts*: Extends Trump-era tax reductions, including reduced tax rates and increased standard deductions.
- *New Deductions*: Introduces temporary deductions for tips, overtime pay, and auto loan interest.
- *Business Tax Provisions*: Permanently extends 100% bonus depreciation and repeals research and development amortization.
- *Economic Impact*:
- *Stimulating Economic Growth*: Aims to boost economic growth through enhanced deductions and incentives.
- *Increased National Debt*: Estimated to add $3 trillion to the national debt.
- *Controversies*:
- *Medicaid Cuts*: Significant cuts to Medicaid funding, potentially putting rural hospitals at risk.
- *Work Requirements*: Expands work requirements for SNAP benefits recipients.
The bill's impact on the economy and individual taxpayers remains to be seen.