WORKING FAMILIES TAX CUTS SUPPORT PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 -- Senate Committee on Finance issued the following committee news release:

The Working Families Tax Cuts strengthen financial security and expand care options for Americans with disabilities and their families. The law permanently increases annual contribution limits for tax-advantaged savings accounts, giving individuals and families greater flexibility to prepare for future expenses. It also improves access to certain Medicaid services, making it easier for individuals with more severe disabilities to receive care in the comfort of their homes.

"Policies should reflect that individuals with disabilities have different needs," said U.S. Senate Finance Committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho). "The Working Families Tax...