Senior Accessible Housing Tax Credit Act of 2026
Latest action: Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H4413) (2026-07-14)
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What this bill does
This bill creates a new federal tax credit for people age 60 and older to cover the cost of modifying their homes to be more accessible, such as installing wheelchair ramps, grab bars, or stair lifts. The credit is worth up to $10,000 per year but phases out for higher earners. The bill also authorizes $100 million per year from 2027 through 2031 for an existing federal grant program that helps older adults modify their homes.
Who it affects
It would most affect homeowners and residents age 60 and older who pay for accessibility upgrades to their homes, particularly those with low to moderate incomes who fall under the income limits.
Key points
- Offers a tax credit equal to qualifying accessible-housing expenses, capped at $10,000 per year.
- Available to individuals who are at least 60 years old (or joint filers where at least one spouse is 60+) and not nonresident aliens.
- The credit shrinks as income rises, phasing out above $200,000 (joint), $150,000 (head of household), or $100,000 (others).
- Covers specific modifications like ramps, wider doorways, grab bars, non-slip flooring, shower seats, chair lifts, and faucet or toilet replacements.
- Authorizes $100 million per year for fiscal years 2027-2031 for the existing Older Adult Home Modification Grant Program.
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