The Tax Cut and Jobs Act (TCJA) signed into law on December 22, 2017 changed the deductibility of business meals and entertainment for 2018. Prior to January 1, 2018 expenses incurred entertaining clients were 50% deductible. For 2018, only meals where business is discussed are 50% deductible. There is no deduction for entertainment expenses for 2018. Meals provided to employees prior to 2018 were 100% deductible. As of January 1, 2018, they are 50% deductible and nondeductible after 2025.
