As you probably heard on the news, President Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 on August 16. Among other things, the legislation includes various initiatives such as locking in the American Rescue Plan health coverage rates through 2025, increasing taxes for large corporations, incentives for clean energy use, and significant investments in making health care and prescription drugs more affordable. Inflation Reduction? That Remains to Be Seen. Positive Impact on Healthcare and Drug Costs. Another positive impact for approximately 3 million Americans is the Affordable Care Act subsidy extension. These subsidies (currently paid by the federal government to lower premiums) were scheduled to expire at the end of this year; they will now be extended through 2025. A Healthier Planet. If you’re considering any energy-related home improvements, the bill includes a 30% tax credit for using energy-efficient windows and heat pumps, and rebates for upgrading to energy-efficient appliances. Solar panel installation will provide additional tax credits. For those owning an electric vehicle, there are new and expanded tax credits for electric vehicle owners. There’s also a tax credit for installing an electric charger in your home (although there are restrictions, so be sure to read the fine print). While the bill may not result in you seeing an immediate decrease on your weekly grocery receipt, it’s monumental in other ways. And, for many, future healthcare cost reductions will be a welcome change. As always, we’re here if you have questions or need guidance on your unique situation. Just give us a call. |

The Inflation Reduction Act: What Does It Mean for You?
August 26, 2022