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Work Opportunity Tax Credit: Nears Expiration as Congress Debates Extension, Expansion 

An orange folder labeled Work Opportunity Tax Credit sits on a dark desk next to a blue pen and part of a calculator, highlighting ongoing discussions in Congress about its possible extension.

This article was provided by UHY. Key Takeaways  The Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) is scheduled to expire for employees who begin work after December 31, 2025.  Bipartisan legislation would extend the credit through 2030, increase its value, and expand worker eligibility.  Staffing firms and quick-service restaurant operators are among the employers most affected due to their reliance on WOTC-eligible labor pools.  For nearly 30 years, the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC) has served as a critical federal incentive encouraging employers to hire individuals who face structural barriers to entering or re-entering the workforce. Enacted in 1996, the credit reflects a policy judgment that employers can play a direct role in expanding labor force participation among veterans, individuals with criminal records, and recipients of public assistance.   The credit has been particularly […]

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