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A Democratic candidate running for a Pennsylvania House seat criticized the overtime tax deduction in a May podcast appearance. His national union has endorsed the policy. The candidate's campaign says he supports the deduction but wants adjustments for workers who do not qualify.
newser.comA Democratic candidate for a Pennsylvania congressional seat criticized the overtime tax deduction during a May podcast appearance, even though his national union backs the measure. The candidate, who serves as president of the Pennsylvania Professional Firefighters Association, said many firefighters do not receive the benefit.
He pointed to a December rally where President Trump introduced a volunteer firefighter who also works as a paid police officer.
Background on the tax provision The One Big Beautiful Bill Act allows a maximum annual deduction of $12,500 on qualified overtime pay. The deduction phases out above $150,000 of gross income for single filers and $300,000 for joint filers. The International Association of Firefighters has publicly supported the overtime tax break.
Its president stated that firefighters and emergency medical workers should not be penalized for long hours in public service.
Democratic candidate said the candidate supports eliminating taxes on overtime and tips. The spokesperson added that the candidate's comments reflected concerns about workers who do not qualify for the deduction. The Republican opponent accused the Democrat of changing positions and said the candidate previously indicated support for repealing the broader tax legislation.
The Republican also stated that the Democrat was found by a court to have taken funds from family members. A source familiar with the matter said the Democratic candidate would not support repealing the overtime tax break and wants only to address eligibility gaps.
The source also said the Republican voted against certain first-responder grant funding, a claim the Republican's campaign disputes.
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