Budget & Taxes (Revenue)

in committee · United States · House Jan 16, 2025

HR 508: Bring American Companies Home Act

HR 508, the "Bring American Companies Home Act," allows U.S. businesses to immediately deduct expenses paid to move business inventory, equipment, and supplies from China to the U.S. in the year they are paid. This directly affects U.S. companies relocating operations or supply chains from China. The bill establishes a trust fund funded by tariffs collected on China-made goods, which reimburses the Treasury for lost tax revenue from the deduction. The deduction is limited to qualifying business moving expenses under existing tax code rules.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates tax deduction for businesses relocating from China, directly reducing federal revenue through a tax break for corporations, aligning with 'oppose' indicators.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue State Budget Tax Incentives

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in committee · United States · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1141: Gambling Addiction Recovery, Investment, and Treatment Act

HR 1141 establishes federal funding to address gambling addiction through grants for states and research. It allocates 37.5% of annual gambling tax revenue (from IRS Section 4401) to states for treatment programs, using the same formula as existing substance abuse grants, and directs 12.5% to fund gambling addiction research via the National Institute on Drug Abuse. The bill requires states to apply for grants, with unclaimed funds redistributed proportionally, and mandates a 3-year report on program effectiveness to Congress. This directly affects states receiving funds and individuals seeking gambling addiction treatment or research services. The law authorizes funding for fiscal years 2025-2034.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates 37.5% of gambling tax revenue to state treatment programs, directing existing tax funds to public health services per bill summary.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates federal funds for gambling addiction treatment programs and research via NIDA, directly supporting mental health services under healthcare.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1135: Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act of 2025

The Polluters Pay Climate Fund Act of 2025 imposes a tax on major fossil fuel companies for historical carbon dioxide emissions exceeding 1 billion metric tons during 2000-2023, with payments due by September 2026. The tax revenue will fund a new Climate Fund that must be used for climate resilience, adaptation, and disaster response programs, with 40% specifically directed to environmental justice communities. The bill requires at least $15 billion annually for FEMA climate programs and $6 billion for Clean Air Act climate resilience grants. It explicitly states the fund does not affect existing legal claims against polluters for climate-related harms.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes tax on fossil fuel companies to fund climate resilience programs, requiring $15B+ annually for FEMA climate programs and directing 40% to environmental justice communities.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyTax on fossil fuel polluters funds climate resilience, adaptation, and clean energy programs, reducing fossil fuel dependence per bill's funding requirements.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax on polluters funds climate resilience, adaptation, and environmental justice programs, directly advancing environmental protection and climate action.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Air Quality Environmental Justice

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in committee · United States · House Apr 10, 2025

HR 2850: Youth Sports Facilities Act of 2025

HR 2850, the Youth Sports Facilities Act of 2025, amends the Public Works and Economic Development Act of 1965 to expand eligibility for federal grants to include youth sports facilities. It specifically requires these facilities to address sedentary lifestyles and obesity, prioritize low-income rural youth in underserved communities, and serve children lacking access to physical education spaces or living in areas with high opioid use or violence. The bill mandates that grant-funded projects must benefit highly rural communities with limited tax revenue and support economic development through youth sports infrastructure. It directly affects communities and children in rural, underserved, or high-risk areas by directing federal funding toward building or improving local sports facilities. The key mechanism is modifying existing grant criteria to prioritize these specific community needs through new eligibility requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands federal grant eligibility for youth sports facilities, increasing public spending on health initiatives in underserved communities per the bill's funding mechanism.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates facilities to address obesity/sedentary lifestyles and prioritize health-impacted communities, aligning with public health goals under healthcare topic.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Substance Abuse Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 9, 2025

S 64: A bill to direct the United States Postal Service to designate a single, unique ZIP Code for Fairlawn, Virginia, and for other purposes.

This bill directs the U.S. Postal Service to assign a unique ZIP code specifically for Fairlawn, Virginia - a community located in Pulaski County but not part of any city. It aims to resolve a tax misallocation issue where online sales taxes collected in Fairlawn are incorrectly sent to the nearby independent city of Radford due to shared ZIP codes. The change would ensure Fairlawn’s tax revenue stays local for community services, directly affecting residents and local government funding in Fairlawn. The USPS must complete this designation within 180 days of the bill’s enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesFixes tax misallocation issue to ensure local sales tax revenue stays in Fairlawn for community services, promoting proper fiscal management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue

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in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7796: Economic Recovery for Nuclear-Affected Communities Act

This bill provides economic support to communities affected by stranded nuclear waste or decommissioned nuclear plants. It creates three main mechanisms: (1) a modified first-time homebuyer tax credit for residents in designated communities, (2) a $500,000 prize competition for innovative economic alternatives to nuclear sites, and (3) two grant programs - $15 per kilogram of stored nuclear waste or up to 80% of tax revenue losses (phased down over 8 years) for communities facing economic hardship from plant closures. The bill directly affects local governments in 15 states (including California, Illinois, and New York) with decommissioned plants or stored waste, as defined in the law. Funding authorization totals $110 million annually through 2036, with grants limited to one per community per year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit for homebuyers and grants funding for nuclear-affected communities, aligning with tax relief and fiscal support indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Tax Credits

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 27, 2025

S 811: RTP Full Funding Act of 2025

The RTP Full Funding Act of 2025 would require the Federal Highway Administration to annually estimate and report the total tax revenue collected from nonhighway recreation fuel (currently about $281 million yearly) to Congress. It aims to increase funding for the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) from its current $84 million annual level to match the tax revenue collected. The program, which supports trail development and maintenance nationwide, directly benefits states and local communities managing recreational trails used by hikers, cyclists, equestrians, and motorized vehicle users. The bill mandates this reporting requirement at least one year before highway program funding expires, ensuring the RTP receives funds commensurate with tax contributions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases RTP funding to match collected tax revenue ($281M), ensuring full allocation of existing tax revenue to public trails program, advancing fiscal management of tax funds90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases RTP funding to match recreation fuel tax revenue, directly supporting trail conservation and natural resource protection through infrastructure maintenance.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases RTP funding from $84M to $281M annually, directly supporting trail infrastructure projects within transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Parks & Recreation Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 6, 2025

S 454: Gambling Addiction Recovery, Investment, and Treatment Act

The Gambling Addiction Recovery, Investment, and Treatment Act establishes federal grants to help states address gambling addiction and funds research on the issue. States will receive grants based on the same allocation method used for existing substance abuse prevention and treatment programs, with unclaimed funds redistributed to applying states. The bill authorizes funding from 37.5% of annual gambling tax revenue for state programs and 12.5% for research through the National Institute on Drug Abuse, covering fiscal years 2025-2034. It requires a congressional report on program effectiveness within three years of enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates 37.5% of gambling tax revenue to fund state addiction programs, directly using tax revenue for program funding as a core mechanism.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds gambling addiction treatment/research via federal grants, directly supporting mental health services within healthcare policy framework.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax Mental Health Substance Abuse

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in committee · United States · House May 15, 2025

HR 3439: Defund Cities that Defund the Police Act of 2025

HR 3439, the "Defund Cities that Defund the Police Act of 2025," blocks certain federal grants from going to states or cities that significantly reduce police funding without a revenue shortfall. It defines a "defunding locality" as an urban city that disbands its police department or cuts its budget substantially (without prior revenue loss), and a "defunding state" similarly for state law enforcement agencies. The bill specifically denies eligibility for Economic Development Administration grants (like public works and planning funds) and Community Development Block Grants to these jurisdictions. If a recipient becomes a "defunding jurisdiction" during a grant period, it must return all funds received for that period.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill denies federal grants to cities defunding police, protecting essential public safety funding through fiscal leverage.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill blocks federal grants to cities/states defunding police without revenue loss, directly protecting and strengthening law enforcement funding as a core criminal justice element.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Law Enforcement Policing Tags Economic Development Public Safety

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 10, 2025

S 1446: Clean Energy Victory Bond Act of 2025

The Clean Energy Victory Bond Act of 2025 would authorize the U.S. Treasury to issue savings bonds (starting at $25) to the public, with annual proceeds capped at $50 billion. These bonds would fund clean energy projects - including solar/wind installations, energy-efficient buildings, electric vehicle infrastructure, and grid improvements - while requiring at least 40% of funds to support disadvantaged communities with high pollution burdens or low-income residents. Proceeds would finance federal, state, and local clean energy initiatives without direct taxpayer spending, relying on future economic benefits and tax revenue from funded projects. The bonds would carry interest based partly on energy savings achieved, mirroring WWII Victory Bonds’ public engagement model.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes $50B annual bond proceeds for clean energy projects, increasing government spending on public services with 40% targeting disadvantaged communities.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill explicitly funds clean energy projects (solar/wind, EV infrastructure, grid) with 40% targeting disadvantaged communities, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure and equity goals.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds clean energy projects (solar/wind, EV infrastructure) and mandates 40% for high-pollution disadvantaged communities, directly advancing environmental protection.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds electric vehicle infrastructure, a core transportation component, as part of clean energy projects per bill's summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Electric Vehicles Renewable Energy Solar Electric Vehicles

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