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This letter was sent by OpenCongress user mmc3337777 on January 26, 2012 in opposition to H.R.4646 Debt Free America Act. Privacy setting: PUBLIC
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H.R.4646 Debt Free America Act
I am writing as your constituent in the 14th Congressional district of Ohio. I am writing as your constituent in the 14th Congressional district of Ohio. I am writing as your constituent in the 14th Congressional district of Ohio. I oppose H.R.4646 - Debt Free America Act, and am tracking it using OpenCongress.org, the free public resource website for government transparency and accountability.

Sincerely,
Margaret Clawson
This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Sherrod Brown [D, OH] on January 26, 2012.
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This letter was a reply from the office of Sen. Sherrod Brown [D, OH] on January 31, 2012.
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Dear Mrs. Clawson:

Thank you for getting in touch with me about the Debt Free America Act (H.R.1125).

This legislation would establish a one percent fee on personal transactions, such as purchases made with cash, check, or credit card. In addition, the one percent fee would apply to financial transactions, such as the transfer of a stock, bond, or other financial asset. The implementation of these fees would be offset by the repeal of the individual income tax, alternative minimum tax, and personal tax credits.

I can understand your concerns about this issue and believe that working families deserve to take home more of their paycheck during these difficult times. This legislation is pending in the House of Representatives, but has little support and is not expected to pass.

Should similar legislation come before the Senate for consideration, you can be sure that I will keep your views in mind. Thank you again for getting in touch with me.

Sincerely,

Sherrod Brown
United States Senator



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