When couples in America take the walk down the aisle to recite their wedding vows, they expect the occasion to be the mark of a new beginning.
Newlyweds look forward to pursuing happiness, common goals, and in many cases, raising a family.
As millions of American couples know, the marriage penalty tax hurts families. It punishes those who work hard and it discriminates against the second wage earner, which is typically the wife. Last year, I was one of the original sponsors of legislation which would eliminate this unfair tax. This year, I am pleased that similar legislation is gaining even more ground than last year's measure. The bill will scrap the marriage tax by doubling the standard single deduction and tax bracket rate for married couples.