Blumenthal Statement on Senate Republicans' Tax Proposal

[WASHINGTON, D.C.] – Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) released the following statement today following reports that the Senate Republicans’ tax proposal would fully eliminate the state and local tax deduction:

“If the House bill was bad for Connecticut families, the Senate plan is worse. Completely eliminating the state and local tax deduction is a partisan ploy to punish states like Connecticut, devastating families who save thousands each year and communities that benefit from the support it provides for local services,” Blumenthal said.

“This huge tax hike on the middle class won’t be offset by any of the paltry tax credits Republicans claim may help working families, while saving the biggest benefits for the top one percent. This tax proposal is fundamentally unfair and fiscally irresponsible – a massive tax cut for the wealthy that leaves the rest of America holding the bag.”

“America is fed up with malicious and misguided policies that target middle class families. True tax reform should help all Americans get ahead. Until Republicans commit to a responsible, transparent, and bipartisan process – and pledge to protect the most vulnerable Americans – I’ll stand strong against this monstrous proposal.”