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H.R. 8972 (119th Congress)Committee
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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to include optional practical training for F-1 visa holders as employment for purposes of taxes under the Federal Insurance Contribution Act and the Social Security Act.

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Based on the bill's title, this measure would amend the Internal Revenue Code to treat optional practical training (OPT) completed by F-1 visa holders as employment for purposes of federal payroll taxes under the Federal Insurance Contribution Act (FICA) and Social Security. Currently, OPT may not be classified as covered employment for these tax purposes. The bill would extend FICA and Social Security tax obligations to F-1 visa holders engaged in such training.

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