Volunteer Driver Tax Appreciation Act of 2025

House Bill

H.R. 1582

119th Congress

Volunteer Driver Tax Appreciation Act of 2025

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 26, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Mike Kelly

R - PA

Cosponsors

95

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Taxation

Summary

The Volunteer Driver Tax Appreciation Act of 2025 would allow people to deduct up to $1,000 ($2,000 for joint or head of household filers) from their taxes for qualified sports and fitness expenses, such as gym memberships, fitness programs, and sports equipment. This bill is designed to encourage people to stay active and healthy through physical activities.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

AI Summary

Plain-English explanation of this bill

The Volunteer Driver Tax Appreciation Act of 2025 would allow people to deduct up to $1,000 ($2,000 for joint or head of household filers) from their taxes for qualified sports and fitness expenses, such as gym memberships, fitness programs, and sports equipment. This bill is designed to encourage people to stay active and healthy through physical activities.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Personal Health Investment Today Act of 2023 or the PHIT Act of 2023 This bill allows a medical care tax deduction for up to $1,000 ($2,000 for a joint return or a head of household) of qualified sports and fitness expenses per year. The bill defines qualified sports and fitness expenses as amounts paid exclusively for participating in a physical activity, including (1) fitness facility memberships, (2) physical exercise or activity programs, or (3) equipment for a physical exercise or activity program.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Allows a tax deduction of up to $1,000 ($2,000 for joint or head of household filers) for qualified sports and fitness expenses
Qualified expenses include gym memberships, fitness programs, and equipment for physical activities
The goal is to incentivize people to participate in physical activities and maintain a healthy lifestyle

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If this bill becomes law, it would provide a tax benefit to individuals and families who spend money on gym memberships, fitness classes, and sports equipment. This could make it more affordable for people to stay physically active, which could have positive impacts on public health and reduce healthcare costs in the long run. The bill would primarily benefit those who can afford to pay for these types of fitness expenses, so the impact may be more limited for lower-income individuals and families.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Taxation

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

1582, 119th Congress (2025). "Volunteer Driver Tax Appreciation Act of 2025". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-1582