Budget & Taxes

in committee · United States · House May 22, 2026

HR 9012: Affordable Housing Credit Carryback Act

The Affordable Housing Credit Carryback Act allows developers of low-income housing projects to apply their tax credits to tax years up to five years prior to the current year. This change directly affects developers who may have incurred losses in earlier years and are unable to fully utilize the tax benefits generated by their projects. By amending the Internal Revenue Code, the bill enables these developers to carry back the low-income housing tax credit to offset taxes owed in those past years. This provision aims to improve the immediate financial viability of affordable housing developments without altering the total amount of tax credit available.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by allowing developers to carry back credits, directly advancing tax policy goals.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enhances tax credits for low-income housing developers, facilitating affordable housing development.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2026

HR 8795: American Families Gas Tax Relief Act

The American Families Gas Tax Relief Act temporarily eliminates federal excise taxes on gasoline, diesel, and kerosene for a period of 120 days starting on the date of enactment. This tax break is intended to lower fuel prices for consumers, with provisions requiring producers and dealers to pass the savings directly to buyers. The President has the authority to extend this holiday by an additional 90 days if economic conditions warrant it. To maintain funding for infrastructure and environmental programs, the government will transfer the lost tax revenue from the general treasury to the Highway Trust Fund and the Leaking Underground Storage Tank Trust Fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill eliminates federal excise taxes on fuel, providing direct tax relief to consumers and lowering costs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill reduces fuel costs for consumers, protecting utility users and lowering energy expenses for families.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill eliminates federal excise taxes on gasoline and diesel, lowering fuel costs for consumers and supporting personal transportation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Tax Incentives Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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introduced · United States · Senate Jun 1, 2026

S 4632: Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026

The Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2026 automatically provides federal funding for government programs if Congress fails to pass a budget by the start of a new fiscal year. This mechanism supplies money for 14-day periods that can be extended as long as the shutdown continues, ensuring essential services like food assistance and loan programs keep running without interruption. To prevent political games during these shutdowns, the bill restricts official travel for government officials and limits what Congress can debate or vote on, except for passing a new budget or addressing the national debt limit.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates automatic funding to prevent government shutdowns, ensuring essential services remain operational and protecting fiscal continuity.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate May 20, 2026

S 4599: Scratch Cooked Meals for Students Act of 2026

The Scratch Cooked Meals for Students Act of 2026 creates a five-year pilot program to provide grants to school districts that prepare meals using unprocessed or minimally processed ingredients. To receive funding, schools must apply and prioritize those serving low-income students and those committed to self-operation or collective bargaining agreements. The grants cover costs for staff training, kitchen equipment, employee wages, and technology, while recipients must work with a technical assistance center to create implementation plans. Schools receiving the money will report on their progress by tracking the percentage of whole ingredients used and the number of scratch-cooked menu items served. The program is authorized to receive $20 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a five-year pilot program providing grants to school districts for scratch-cooked meals, directly increasing funding for public services.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides grants to school districts for meal programs, directly funding student nutrition and school infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly funds employee wages and requires prioritization of schools committed to collective bargaining agreements.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly allocates grant funds to cover technology costs for schools, indicating a supportive stance toward funding tech infrastructure in education.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Student Health Collective Bargaining

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2026

HR 8995: REMITTANCE Act

The REMITTANCE Act increases the excise tax on remittance transfers from 1 percent to 25 percent, with the goal of reducing the federal deficit by directing the collected funds to the Treasury's general fund. While this higher tax applies broadly, the bill creates a specific refundable tax credit for U.S. citizens who send money for business or travel purposes, allowing them to claim back the tax paid on those specific transactions. The legislation defines remittance transfers using existing standards from the Electronic Fund Transfer Act and applies these new tax rules retroactively to the date of a previous law. Ultimately, the bill aims to discourage personal money transfers while providing financial relief to individuals sending funds for work or travel.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill increases excise tax on remittance transfers, directly raising taxes on individuals sending money, which aligns with opposing indicators.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax State Budget Tax Credits

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 8801: DC ROADS Act

The DC ROADS Act prohibits the District of Columbia government from enacting or enforcing any congestion tolls on roads, bridges, and tunnels within the city. This legislation directly affects local officials by legally barring the Council and Mayor from implementing such fees and amends the Home Rule Act to include this restriction. The bill defines a congestion toll as any charge for entering or passing through a designated zone in the District, effectively preventing the city from using this specific revenue-raising method.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill prohibits congestion tolls, a revenue source for the District, thereby limiting local fiscal management and funding options.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill prohibits congestion tolls, restricting a key policy tool for managing traffic and funding transit infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8461: Western Tribal Water Act of 2026

The Western Tribal Water Act of 2026 directs federal funding to improve drinking water infrastructure for tribes in the Upper Colorado River Basin. Specifically, it amends an existing program to include ten eligible projects within this region and allocates $60 million for each of fiscal years 2027 and 2028. This legislation aims to address critical water supply needs and aging infrastructure, such as the $50 million project planned for the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe. The bill does not create new agencies or alter tribal sovereignty, but rather expands financial resources available through current federal mechanisms.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $60M annually for tribal water infrastructure, directly funding essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates $60M to improve drinking water infrastructure and address critical water supply needs, directly supporting environmental conservation and resource management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Tags Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · House May 21, 2026

HRES 1319: Ending child poverty.

This resolution expresses the House of Representatives' desire to eliminate child poverty and establish a national target to guide future policy. It recognizes the significant drop in poverty during 2021 caused by expanded federal support, such as the Child Tax Credit, and calls for making these investments permanent. The document highlights disparities affecting Black, Hispanic, and immigrant children, as well as those living in U.S. territories, and advocates for increased federal spending on early childhood education and essential services like nutrition and housing. Ultimately, it encourages states and localities to adopt policies that align with these goals to ensure all children have access to basic necessities and educational opportunities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill advocates for permanent expanded federal support like the Child Tax Credit, indicating support for tax policies that reduce poverty.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationEliminating child poverty directly enhances educational access and student outcomes, implying support for education through economic stability.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Early Childhood Tags Children

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2026

HR 8780: Critical Mineral and Extraction Tax Parity Act

The Critical Mineral and Extraction Tax Parity Act expands a federal tax credit for advanced manufacturing to include eleven new critical minerals, such as boron, copper, and uranium, while also adding specific rules for phosphate. It allows companies that extract ore in the United States to claim these credits for the extraction costs themselves, provided they certify that the ore is refined into a qualifying mineral and sold to an unrelated buyer. Additionally, the bill removes a previous penalty that reduced tax credit amounts for metallurgical coal, ensuring these materials receive the same financial support as other critical minerals. These changes are designed to encourage domestic production and processing of essential raw materials and will take effect for minerals produced and sold after December 31, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax credits for domestic mineral extraction, promoting manufacturing and reducing tax burdens for qualifying companies.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands tax credits for critical minerals like copper and uranium, which are essential for renewable energy infrastructure and advanced manufacturing.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Coal

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in committee · United States · Senate May 19, 2026

S 4569: Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act

The Protecting Circuit Boards and Substrates Act creates a new federal tax credit for businesses that purchase printed circuit boards manufactured in the United States. This credit allows companies to claim 25 percent of the cost they incur for these domestically fabricated electronic components, which are defined as layered structures connecting various electronic parts. The provision is designed to encourage the use of American-made circuit boards by making them more financially attractive for taxpayers. It will take effect for purchases made after December 31, 2025, and the Treasury Department will issue necessary regulations to implement the rule.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new federal tax credit for domestic circuit board purchases, providing financial incentives and tax relief to businesses.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides tax credits to encourage domestic manufacturing of electronic components, strengthening the US technology supply chain.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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