Budget & Taxes

in committee · United States · House Jan 14, 2025

HR 400: No taxpayer funding for United Nations Human Rights Council Act

HR 400 prohibits U.S. taxpayer funding for the United Nations Human Rights Council. It requires the Secretary of State to withhold from annual U.S. UN budget contributions any amount allocated to the Human Rights Council, and bans voluntary U.S. contributions to the Council. Funds withheld under this law are canceled immediately and do not count as unpaid dues to the UN. The bill specifically targets the Human Rights Council, leaving other UN activities unaffected.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds UN Human Rights Council by prohibiting taxpayer funding, directly restricting federal budget allocation for a specific UN program per OPPOSE indicators.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jan 16, 2025

HR 549: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal the clean fuel production credit.

HR 549 repeals a tax credit for clean fuel production from the Internal Revenue Code. It directly affects companies that produce clean fuel, removing a financial incentive they previously received. The bill eliminates Section 45Z of the tax code, which provided this credit, meaning businesses will no longer qualify for this specific tax benefit. The repeal takes effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2024.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals clean fuel tax credit (Section 45Z), removing a business tax incentive. Reduces tax expenditures, directly restricting a tax benefit per topic definition.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals tax credit for clean fuel production, removing financial incentive for renewable energy companies, directly weakening clean energy support.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals tax credit for clean fuel production, removing financial incentive for clean energy development, weakening environmental support.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals clean fuel production tax credit (Section 45Z), weakening financial incentives for sustainable transportation alternatives. Directly removes support for clean fuel industry, contradicting sustainable transportation goals.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Credits

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in committee · United States · House Feb 6, 2025

HR 1080: No Solar Panels on Fertile Farmland Act of 2025

HR 1080, the "No Solar Panels on Fertile Farmland Act of 2025," amends federal tax codes to exclude solar energy projects on "prime farmland" from key clean energy tax credits. The bill defines "prime farmland" using the USDA's standard (7 CFR §657.5) and removes eligibility for residential solar credits (Section 25D), production credits (Section 45), investment credits (Section 48), and clean electricity credits (Sections 48E and 45Y) for projects on such land. This directly affects solar developers and property owners seeking these tax incentives for installations on designated prime farmland. The policy change applies to projects placed in service after the bill's enactment date.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill removes tax credits for solar projects on prime farmland, restricting clean energy incentives under federal tax code (Sections 25D, 45, 48, 48E, 45Y).95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRemoves tax credits for solar on prime farmland, directly restricting renewable energy development by limiting financial incentives for solar projects on fertile land.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRemoves tax credits for solar on prime farmland, restricting clean energy deployment and weakening environmental progress by hindering renewable energy adoption on productive land.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts solar energy tax credits on prime farmland, directly limiting clean energy technology deployment and defunding solar projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Energy Storage Renewable Energy Solar Climate Change

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in committee · United States · House Feb 6, 2025

HR 1062: Growing and Preserving Innovation in America Act of 2025

Growing and Preserving Innovation in America Act of 2025 This bill makes permanent the increased percentage rates at which a domestic corporation may deduct (for federal tax purposes) foreign-derived intangible income and global intangible low-taxed income (GILTI). As background, for tax years beginning after 2017 and before 2026, a domestic corporation generally is allowed a tax deduction equal to the sum of (1) 37.5% of the corporation’s foreign-derived intangible income, and (2) 50% of the corporation’s GILTI and any dividends that are attributable to the corporation’s GILTI. However, under current law, the tax deduction decreases starting in 2026, to the sum of (1) 21.875% of the corporation’s foreign-derived intangible income, and (2) 37.5% of the corporation’s GILTI and any dividends that are attributable to the corporation’s GILTI. Under the bill, for tax years beginning in 2026, a domestic corporation generally may claim a tax deduction equal to the sum of (1) 37.5% of the corporation’s foreign-derived intangible income, and (2) 50% of the corporation’s GILTI and any dividends that are attributable to the corporation’s GILTI.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill makes permanent corporate tax deductions for foreign income, creating tax breaks primarily for corporations (wealthy entities), aligning with 'oppose' indicator of tax breaks for wealthy.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 757: SWAG Act

The SWAG Act prohibits federal agencies from using taxpayer funds to purchase or distribute promotional items ("swag"), such as free hats, keychains, or candy, unless the spending directly supports the agency's mission with a measurable positive return on investment, aids military or federal job recruitment, or is used by the Census Bureau. It also bans agencies from using costumed characters (mascots) to promote programs, except for mascots declared U.S. property, used in military recruitment, or for military academy sports teams. Agencies must report their public relations and advertising spending - including estimated return on investment - to Congress annually as part of their budget requests. The bill aims to eliminate wasteful government spending on non-essential promotional materials by requiring justification for such expenditures.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProhibits federal spending on non-essential promotional items, restricting discretionary budget use per fiscal responsibility language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending

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in committee · United States · House Jan 28, 2025

HR 746: America First Act

The America First Act (HR 746) would restrict access to numerous federal benefits and programs for certain non-citizens by requiring citizenship verification and denying eligibility to individuals with specific immigration statuses. It affects programs including Medicaid, Medicare, Head Start, WIC, school meals, housing assistance, tax credits, and community development funds by denying benefits to people granted parole, temporary protected status (TPS), deferred action (including DACA), asylum, or who are unlawfully present. The bill also reduces funding for schools in "sanctuary jurisdictions" and limits refugee resettlement for certain Haitian immigrants. It mandates that federal agencies verify immigration status before providing benefits and prohibits use of federal funds for services to certain non-citizens.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDenies eligibility for tax credits and federal programs including Medicaid, Medicare, and housing assistance, effectively defunding these services for targeted groups.85% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts school meals and Head Start access for non-citizens, limiting educational program participation and funding eligibility for affected students.85% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareRestricts access to Medicaid and Medicare for non-citizens with specific immigration statuses, directly limiting healthcare coverage and benefits.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingDenies housing assistance to non-citizens with parole, TPS, DACA, and asylum status, directly restricting access to federal housing programs.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts access to Medicaid, Medicare, and other benefits for non-citizens with TPS, DACA, and asylum status, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Early Childhood Student Health Medicaid Medicare Community Development Property Development DACA & Dreamers Enforcement Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Jan 16, 2025

HR 524: NO GOTION Act

HR 524, the "NO GOTION Act," blocks U.S. green energy tax credits for companies tied to specific countries. It amends tax law to deny benefits under sections like 30C, 45, and 48 to any "disqualified company" - defined as entities created in, controlled by, or linked to China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea. The law directly affects corporations with ties to these nations that seek federal tax incentives for clean energy projects. The policy takes effect for tax years after the bill's enactment, removing eligibility for these companies without altering other tax rules.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDenies tax credits to specific companies, restricting fiscal benefits under tax law as defined in bill's amendments to sections 30C, 45, and 48.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks green energy tax credits for companies linked to specified countries, restricting access to incentives for renewable projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear Renewable Energy

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passed · United States · House Jan 13, 2026

HR 909: Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025

HR 909, the Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025, modifies how funds from the False Claims Act are deposited into the Crime Victims Fund. It specifies that from 2025 through 2029, certain False Claims Act proceeds (specifically those for qui tam plaintiff payments and government damage reimbursements) cannot be deposited into the fund. This change directly affects the composition of the Crime Victims Fund by excluding these specific revenue streams during the specified period. The bill does not create new benefits or alter victim services; it only adjusts fund allocation rules for existing False Claims Act revenues.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExcludes False Claims Act proceeds from Crime Victims Fund, reducing its funding source and defunding essential program.85% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExcludes False Claims Act proceeds from Crime Victims Fund, reducing available funding for victims' services, aligning with defunding indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Victims' Rights

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in committee · United States · House Jan 31, 2025

HR 847: BLOCK Act

HR 847, the BLOCK Act, replaces 10 specific K-12 education programs under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act with flexible block grants to states starting in fiscal year 2026. It directly affects all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico by repealing targeted grants for local schools (Title I), English language learners (Title III), student support (Title IV), rural education, and other programs effective October 1, 2025. The bill shifts funding from federally mandated, program-specific grants to general block grants, giving states more discretion in how they allocate funds. This represents a major structural change to federal K-12 education financing, moving away from categorical funding toward broader state flexibility. The law takes effect with the 2026 budget cycle, using 2025 funding levels as the baseline for block grant amounts.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals targeted education grants (Title I, III, IV), defunding specific programs in favor of block grants, aligning with 'defund essential programs' indicator.92% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRepeals targeted K-12 programs (Title I, III, IV) and replaces with block grants, removing federal mandates and specific funding streams for schools.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education School Choice School Funding

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in committee · United States · House Jan 14, 2025

HR 383: End Oil and Gas Tax Subsidies Act of 2025

The End Oil and Gas Tax Subsidies Act of 2025 would eliminate several tax benefits currently available to oil and gas companies, including credits for enhanced oil recovery, deductions for intangible drilling costs, and percentage depletion allowances. It would also prohibit major integrated oil companies (defined as those meeting specific production and revenue thresholds) from using last-in, first-out accounting for inventory purposes. These changes would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024, directly affecting oil and gas producers who currently claim these tax benefits. The legislation removes specific tax advantages that have been available to the oil and gas industry, potentially increasing their tax burden.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesEliminates tax subsidies for oil/gas companies, restricting corporate tax breaks and closing loopholes.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyEliminates tax subsidies for oil/gas companies, reducing financial support for fossil fuels and aligning with reducing fossil fuel dependence.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEliminates oil/gas tax subsidies, reducing industry financial support and aligning with environmental protection goals by discouraging fossil fuel reliance.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Sales Tax Tax Credits Oil & Gas

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