Number: RL33230 Title: Proposed Federal Income Tax Exclusion for Civilians Serving in Combat Zones Authors: Pamela J. Jackson, Government and Finance Division Abstract: This report provides information about the tax treatment of both the earned income of members of the Armed Forces serving in combat zones and the earned income of U.S. citizens working overseas. A discussion of the possible expansion of income tax exclusion to government civilian employees in a combat zone and an analysis of the relevant policy issues is also included. Pages: 13 Date: January 10, 2008