To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.

House Bill

H.R. 7770

119th Congress

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.

In Committee

Introduced:Mar 3, 2026

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Mullin

D - CA

Cosponsors

0

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Summary

HR 7770 would create a new tax credit to help Americans afford hearing aids by reducing their income taxes when they purchase these devices. This bill aims to make hearing healthcare more accessible by offsetting the cost of hearing aids, which can range from hundreds to several thousand dollars and often aren't covered by insurance.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Introduced3/3/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.

HR 7770 would create a new tax credit to help Americans afford hearing aids by reducing their income taxes when they purchase these devices. This bill aims to make hearing healthcare more accessible by offsetting the cost of hearing aids, which can range from

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HR 7770 would create a new tax credit to help Americans afford hearing aids by reducing their income taxes when they purchase these devices. This bill aims to make hearing healthcare more accessible by offsetting the cost of hearing aids, which can range from hundreds to several thousand dollars and often aren't covered by insurance.

Bill Number: 7770
Introduced: 3/3/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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Title: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.
Bill Number: 7770
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
Introduced: 3/3/2026
Summary: HR 7770 would create a new tax credit to help Americans afford hearing aids by reducing their income taxes when they purchase these devices. This bill aims to make hearing healthcare more accessible by offsetting the cost of hearing aids, which can range from hundreds to several thousand dollars and

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

HR 7770 would create a new tax credit to help Americans afford hearing aids by reducing their income taxes when they purchase these devices. This bill aims to make hearing healthcare more accessible by offsetting the cost of hearing aids, which can range from hundreds to several thousand dollars and often aren't covered by insurance.

Last updated: 3/4/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Creates a federal income tax credit for purchasing hearing aids, making them more affordable for millions of Americans with hearing loss
Could help address the estimated 48 million Americans who experience hearing loss, many of whom avoid getting hearing aids due to high costs
Would reduce out-of-pocket expenses for a medical device that Medicare and many private insurance plans don't fully cover
Currently has no cosponsors and has been referred to the Ways and Means Committee, which handles all tax-related legislation

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily benefit older adults and others with hearing impairment who currently struggle to afford hearing aids, which typically cost $1,000-$6,000 per pair. By providing tax relief, the legislation could encourage more people to seek treatment for hearing loss, potentially improving quality of life, workplace productivity, and reducing social isolation. The financial impact would extend to families who often help cover these medical expenses for aging relatives.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7770, 119th Congress (2026). "To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against income tax for the purchase of hearing aids.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7770

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