The marriage tax penalty bill was considered by the Finance Committee, and we had amendments, including an alternative that was offered and seriously considered. The Moynihan alternative amendment has a lot of credibility to it.
Discussing the marriage tax penalty bill and related amendments in the Finance Committee.
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