IRS Rules That The Purchase Of Condoms And Oral Contraceptives Are Tax Deductible
Briefly

The IRS's recent Notice 2024-71 allows taxpayers to deduct condom purchases for disease prevention. This interprets condoms as medical expenses, emphasizing public health over contraceptive intent.
Prior interpretations viewed condom use mostly for contraception, which isn’t seen as a medical necessity. The recent safe harbor recognizes that proper use minimizes STD risk.
The guidance from the IRS offers a significant benefit as it recognizes the public health implications of condom purchase, thus easing the conditions for tax deductions.
Condom purchases can now qualify as an itemized deduction, provided other medical expenses also exceed 7.5% of adjusted gross income while considering the standard deduction.
Read at Above the Law
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