H.R. 1529In committeeJobs & the economy
Bill would offer blind Americans a $2,000 tech tax credit
Data as of July 11, 2026
HR 1529 offers a refundable tax credit up to $2,000 every 3 years for assistive technology for blind individuals.50-second read · 5 questions answered below
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What does this do?
This bill creates a refundable tax credit for buying technology that helps blind people access visual information, such as screen readers or braille displays. The credit covers purchases made between January 1, 2026 and December 31, 2030. It cannot be combined with any other tax deduction or credit for the same expense.
Who does it affect?
A blind person can claim the credit directly, or a sighted taxpayer can claim it when buying this technology for a blind spouse or dependent. Because the credit is refundable, it is available even to people who owe little or no federal income tax.
Why does it matter?
Without this credit, the cost of assistive technology falls entirely on blind individuals and their families. This credit reduces how much of that cost they must pay out of pocket.
What does it cost, and who pays?
- Max credit: $2,000 per blind person
- 3-year cap
- Inflation-adjusted starting 2027
Where does it stand?
- Introduced
- House committee — You are here
- House vote
- Senate
- President's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the President.
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Official title
Access Technology Affordability Act of 2025
- Introduced:
- February 24, 2025
- Latest action:
- February 24, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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