Why aren't seniors given the added exemption as they were at one time?

Adam...2011 tax law gives everyone a $3600 exemption. They used to offer additional exemptions of the same amount for seniors over 65 years of age, and blind individuals. So if I was over 65 and filing individually my total exemption would be $7200.

Thanks tro........

Actually Pat, I used to be in the tax business. I'm retired now and have used turbo tax for several years. Its just easier. Your smart a** answer isn't appreciated.

In fact Judy, I shouldn't necessarily know that. I changed careers long before the '86 changes and no longer worked in the tax prep business. I stayed abreast of changes that affected me and my family personally only. Never say woulda, shoulda, coulda, until you have all the facts.