On the recordJune 13, 2002
our tax code should be designed fairly and it shouldn't pick winners and losers. But under the current system, married taxpayers are unfairly singled out. Over 65,000 couples in my district are affected by the marriage penalty each year. Marriage should be a time of happiness and joy, not punishment from the federal government. Couples should not be targeted for entering into the sacred vows of wedlock. Since last year's tax relief package, this House has taken several steps to ensure tax relief will not be pulled out from under hardworking Americans. Every person paying taxes deserves to know that a sudden and harsh tax increase isn't looming down the road. I am proud of the work this House has accomplished so far this year, especially to effort to provide continuing tax relief. We should continue our support for the American people by passing permanent repeal of the marriage penalty.
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