To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow all individuals, whether or not first-time homebuyers, a refundable income tax credit for the purchase of a residence during 2009 or 2010.
Economic Recovery Through Responsible Homeownership Act of 2008 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow an individual taxpayer a refundable tax credit for the purchase in 2009 or 2010 of a residence located in the United States if the construction of such residence began before 2010 and the taxpayer makes a downpayment of at least 10% of the purchase price. Limits the amount of such credit to $5,000 ($10,000 if the downpayment is at least 15% of the purchase price).
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E2360)
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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