Budget & Taxes

in committee · United States · House Jan 15, 2026

HR 7087: Grave Injustice Parity Act

HR 7087, the "Grave Injustice Parity Act," expands tax deductions for estates and gifts transferred to qualifying non-profit cemetery entities. It allows deductions for transfers to cemetery companies owned exclusively for members or non-profit burial corporations that operate solely for burial purposes, have no private profit motive, and direct all earnings toward cemetery operations (not private shareholders). This applies to both estate tax (Section 2055) and gift tax (Sections 2522) deductions, as well as private foundation distributions (Sections 4942/4945). The bill directly affects donors and estates/gifts made to such cemetery organizations, with changes effective after enactment.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExpands tax deductions for estates/gifts to non-profits, reducing government revenue and creating a tax break for wealthy estates.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Feb 27, 2025

HR 1754: FARM Act of 2025

HR 1754, the FARM Act of 2025, blocks tax credits for renewable energy projects on agricultural land. It amends the tax code to deny credits under Sections 48 (solar) and 45 (wind) for public utilities installing solar or wind facilities on agricultural land as defined by existing law (Food Security Act of 1985). The bill directly affects public utilities seeking tax incentives for new renewable energy installations on farmland. The provisions apply to property placed in service after the bill's enactment date. This is a tax code change, not a new program, and does not impact individual farmers or non-public utility projects.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill blocks tax credits for renewable energy on agricultural land, removing tax incentives. This restricts tax benefits, aligning with 'oppose' stance for Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks tax credits for solar/wind on agricultural land under Sections 48 and 45, directly restricting renewable energy development incentives.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks tax credits for solar/wind on farmland, directly hindering renewable energy expansion and environmental protection efforts per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Solar Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House Jan 13, 2025

HR 374: DIRECT Act

HR 374, the DIRECT Act, redirects unused funds originally allocated to the IRS for enforcement under the Inflation Reduction Act toward border security. It rescinds unobligated IRS enforcement funds and appropriates the exact same amount to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) for hiring new border agents. This bill directly affects the IRS by reducing its enforcement budget and CBP by increasing its funding for border personnel. The key mechanism is a simple transfer of existing, unspent funds without creating new spending. The bill makes no changes to tax law or policy, only reallocating previously authorized resources.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRedirects IRS enforcement funds to border security, defunding tax enforcement component of budget90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRedirects IRS enforcement funds to CBP border agents, increasing border enforcement funding, aligning with restrictive immigration policies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Border Security

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 11, 2025

S 3462: Safeguarding American Families and Expanding Social Security Act of 2025

This bill modifies Social Security taxation and benefit calculations for high earners. It gradually reduces the percentage of wages above the Social Security tax cap that are subject to Social Security tax, from 80% in 2026 down to 0% by 2030. It increases the percentage used for the lowest earnings in benefit calculations from 90% to 95% and introduces "surplus earnings" into benefit determinations. The bill also changes cost-of-living adjustments to use a new Consumer Price Index specifically for elderly consumers. These changes would primarily affect high-earning workers and Social Security beneficiaries, particularly those becoming eligible for benefits after 2026.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesReduces Social Security tax on high earners' income above cap, creating tax break for wealthy90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases Social Security benefits for low earners by raising benefit calculation percentage from 90% to 95%, expanding worker benefits as per topic indicators.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 30, 2025

S 3090: No Nuclear Testing Act of 2025

S 3090, the No Nuclear Testing Act of 2025, prohibits using federal funds for any explosive nuclear weapons test that produces a yield (actual detonation). It blocks funding for fiscal year 2026 and any available pre-2026 funds, preventing agencies from conducting or preparing for such tests. The bill explicitly allows nuclear stockpile stewardship activities that comply with the existing zero-yield standard. This directly affects U.S. defense agencies and programs seeking to conduct nuclear explosive tests using federal appropriations.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds nuclear testing program, restricting defense spending per bill's explicit funding block for explosive tests95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBans nuclear testing, preventing radioactive pollution and environmental harm, directly aligns with environmental protection goals.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 13, 2025

S 587: Death Tax Repeal Act of 2025

This bill repeals the federal estate tax and generation-skipping transfer tax for estates of people who die on or after the bill's enactment date, directly affecting heirs of large estates (typically valued over $13 million for 2025). It also modifies the gift tax by establishing a $10 million lifetime exemption (adjusted for inflation), replacing the current exemption amount. The bill sets new tax brackets for gifts exceeding this threshold and adjusts the calculation method for gift tax liability. These changes apply to gifts made or estates settled after the bill becomes law, with no impact on existing estate plans or transfers before enactment.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals estate/gift taxes on large estates ($13M+), creating tax breaks primarily for wealthy heirs. Matches 'oppose' indicator: 'creates tax breaks primarily for wealthy'.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 3, 2025

S 1930: Small Biotech Innovation Act

The Small Biotech Innovation Act exempts qualifying drugs from Medicare's drug price negotiation program starting in 2029 for small biotech manufacturers that meet specific R&D investment thresholds. To qualify, a company must have five or fewer single-source drugs and spend 30% to 70% of its net revenue on research and development (based on the number of drugs), while not being controlled by a foreign government. Manufacturers must apply annually with financial data and certification of R&D spending, and the exemption ends if the company is acquired by a non-qualifying entity after 2029. This directly affects small U.S.-based biotech firms developing innovative drugs, allowing them to avoid price negotiations under Medicare.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesExempts qualifying drugs from Medicare price negotiations, increasing government spending on pharmaceuticals and opposing fiscal responsibility.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExempts small biotech drugs from Medicare price negotiations to incentivize R&D, supporting healthcare innovation and drug development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Prescription Drugs

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 27, 2025

S 1188: FLARE Act

S 1188, the FLARE Act, allows oil and gas companies to immediately deduct 100% of the full cost of installing systems that capture, use, or combust natural gas emissions (flaring/venting) from their operations. These systems must process natural gas into usable forms like fuel, electricity, petrochemicals, or digital assets. The tax benefit applies only to systems placed in service after December 31, 2025, and excludes property owned by designated "foreign entities of concern." This policy directly affects oil and gas operators investing in emission-reduction technology by reducing their upfront tax burden.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesProvides 100% tax deduction for oil/gas emissions systems, reducing government tax revenue. Creates corporate tax break aligns with 'oppose' indicators.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyProvides tax incentives for oil/gas emission capture, favoring fossil fuel operations over renewable energy development.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncentivizes emission reduction by allowing tax deductions for capturing gas that would otherwise be flared, directly reducing pollution from oil/gas operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 1, 2025

S 2965: No Argentina Bailout Act

This bill prohibits the U.S. Treasury's Exchange Stabilization Fund from providing financial support to Argentina's government or financial markets. It specifically blocks the use of the fund for currency swaps, purchasing Argentine debt, or any credit instruments intended to bail out Argentina. The restriction applies until December 10, 2027, and requires any existing contracts violating this rule to be terminated within seven days of the bill's enactment. The law directly affects the Treasury Department's use of its financial tools, not Argentina itself.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBlocks U.S. Treasury funds from supporting Argentina, restricting government spending on foreign bailouts per bill's explicit prohibitions.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

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in committee · United States · Senate May 1, 2025

S 1551: No Subsidies for Gender Transition Procedures Act

This bill would deny federal tax deductions for medical expenses related to gender transition procedures and prohibit federal funding through Medicaid, Medicare, and essential health benefits for such procedures. It defines gender transition procedures broadly to include various hormonal treatments and surgeries, while excluding certain medical conditions like disorders of sex development and specific medical emergencies. The bill would affect individuals seeking gender transition care who rely on federal health programs for coverage. The provisions would apply to services furnished after the bill's enactment, with specific exclusions for certain medically necessary treatments.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill denies federal tax deductions and prohibits Medicaid/Medicare funding for gender transition care, directly defunding essential health services and restricting tax benefits.95% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareDefunds Medicaid/Medicare coverage for gender transition procedures, restricting access to healthcare services for transgender individuals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare

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