Lower Commuting Costs Act of 2026
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (21 Sep 2026): Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
What this bill does
H.R. 10511, the Lower Commuting Costs Act of 2026, would create a new deduction for individuals who pay for commuting expenses that are not reimbursed by their employer. This deduction would be taken "above-the-line," meaning it would reduce an individual's taxable income before certain other calculations. The bill specifies a deduction limit of $4,080 per year, which would be doubled for those filing a joint tax return.
This legislation would affect individuals who commute to work. The deduction is for travel between a taxpayer's residence and their place of employment, or for travel in the course of their trade or business. The bill includes a provision for adjusting the deduction limit annually for inflation, beginning with tax years after 2026. The Secretary of the Treasury would be required to issue regulations, including a potential safe harbor for documenting ordinary commuting expenses.
As of its introduction on September 21, 2026, this bill has been referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. For the bill to become law, it would need to be passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate and then be signed by the President.
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Timeline
21 Sep 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 10511 do?
- H.R. 10511, the Lower Commuting Costs Act of 2026, would create a new deduction for individuals who pay for commuting expenses that are not reimbursed by their employer. This deduction would be taken "above-the-line," meaning it would reduce an individual's taxable income before certain other calculations. The bill specifies a deduction limit of $4,080 per year, which would be doubled for those filing a joint tax return. This legislation would affect individuals who commute to work. The deduction is for travel between a taxpayer's residence and their place of employment, or for travel in the course of their trade or business. The bill includes a provision for adjusting the deduction limit annually for inflation, beginning with tax years after 2026. The Secretary of the Treasury would be required to issue regulations, including a potential safe harbor for documenting ordinary commuting expenses. As of its introduction on September 21, 2026, this bill has been referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. For the bill to become law, it would need to be passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate and then be signed by the President.
- Has H.R. 10511 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 10511. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 10511?
- H.R. 10511 was sponsored by Rep. Gillen, Laura [D-NY-4] (D-NY), with 3 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 10511?
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means. (21 Sep 2026).
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