Tax Cut for Striking Workers Act of 2026
This bill, the Tax Cut for Striking Workers Act of 2026, allows workers who are on strike or lockout to receive tax-free strike benefits from their labor unions. These benefits are intended to replace wages lost due to the labor dispute and will not be counted as taxable income for the recipient. The law applies to compensation received after December 31, 2026, and specifically covers members of tax-exempt labor organizations. By excluding these payments from gross income, the bill aims to provide financial relief to striking employees without increasing their tax liability.
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in committee
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Introduction
May 2026
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Introduced May 14, 2026
Last action May 14, 2026
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Committee
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May 14, 2026
Committee
Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
lower
May 14, 2026
Introduced
Introduced in House
lower
1 primary · 3 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
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Steven Horsford
DDemocratic
Co
Dina Titus
DDemocratic
Co
Maxine Waters
DDemocratic
Co
Sydney Kamlager-Dove
DDemocratic
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