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R43568Economic Policy
Corporate Expatriation, Inversions, and Mergers: Tax Issues
Federal & State Law Editorial TeamLast reviewed: May 2014
May 27, 2014
Summary
This report discusses relevant portions of the U.S. corporate income tax system and how inversions have commonly been structured. It also looks at how Congress and Department of the Treasury have reduced the benefits of inversions, including The American Jobs Creation Act, as well as post-2004 inversions and treasury regulations, and policy options.
Note: CRS reports are prepared for Members of Congress and their staffs. This summary is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute legal advice.
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