A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code to increase the amount that an artist may deduct when he contributes an artistic composition to charity.
Pen and Ink Act of 1981 - Amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow creators of literary, musical, or artistic compositions to claim an income tax deduction for contributions of such works to tax-exempt charitable or governmental organizations. Computes the allowable amount of such deduction on the adjusted gross income of the contributor. Prohibits the deduction for individuals who contribute letters, memoranda, or similar property which were prepared while such individuals held government office and were related to the performance of the duties of such office.
Introduced in Senate
Read second time and referred to Senate Committee on Finance.
Committee on Finance requested executive comment from OMB; Treasury Department.
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