Budget & Taxes

passed · United States · House Jun 9, 2026

HR 8466: TRUE Accountability Act

The TRUE Accountability Act requires federal agencies to create and maintain internal control plans specifically designed for emergency spending situations like disasters, pandemics, or economic relief efforts. These plans must identify senior officials responsible for implementation, assess risks of improper payments and fraud, and include data-driven monitoring techniques to detect issues before funds are spent. Agencies must submit their plans to the Office of Management and Budget within a year of enactment and report them to Congress annually, with the guidance and plans being reviewed and updated every three years. The bill does not authorize any new funding but instead establishes reporting and accountability procedures for existing emergency appropriations processes.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens fiscal management by requiring internal controls and fraud prevention for emergency spending, promoting accountability and responsible budget use.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Government Spending

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in committee · United States · House Feb 11, 2026

HR 7494: Preventing Domestic Violence Homicides Through Lethality Assessment Training and Technical Assistance Act

This bill establishes a national resource center to help states, local governments, and tribes adopt programs designed to prevent domestic violence homicides. It authorizes the Attorney General to award grants to nonprofit or tribal organizations that have proven experience in creating and evaluating these safety initiatives. The funded programs would train first responders to better identify high-risk situations and connect victims quickly with community support services using evidence-based tools. A total of $5,000,000 is authorized annually starting in fiscal year 2026 to support these efforts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes grants to fund domestic violence prevention programs and lethality assessment training for first responders.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds training for first responders to identify high-risk domestic violence situations, directly strengthening law enforcement capabilities and victim safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Domestic Violence Victims' Rights

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in committee · United States · Senate May 13, 2026

S 4506: Advancing Water Reuse Act

The Advancing Water Reuse Act creates a new federal tax credit to encourage investment in water recycling infrastructure. This 30 percent credit applies to businesses and utilities that install, replace, or modify onsite water recycling systems in industrial, manufacturing, data center, or food processing facilities. Eligible projects also include those that replace freshwater with recycled municipal water or build new municipal water recycling systems. To qualify, the construction of the project must begin within ten years of the bill's enactment, and the credit is calculated based on the cost of tangible property placed in service during the taxable year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new federal tax credit to encourage water recycling infrastructure investment, directly advancing fiscal management and providing tax relief.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill creates tax credits for water recycling infrastructure, conserving freshwater resources and reducing environmental strain.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Drinking Water Recycling Water Quality

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in committee · United States · House May 22, 2026

HR 8870: BUILD America 250 Act

The BUILD America 250 Act authorizes billions of dollars in funding for highways, bridges, transit, and rail programs through fiscal year 2031 to support infrastructure construction and safety improvements across the United States. Key provisions include establishing new competitive grant programs for rural and urban areas, increasing funding for bridge repairs, and creating a pilot program that allows certain states to receive transportation funds as a single lump sum. The bill also streamlines environmental reviews and project approvals to speed up construction while adding specific requirements for safety, accessibility, and disadvantaged business enterprise participation. Additionally, the legislation introduces new fees on electric and hybrid vehicle registrations to generate revenue for the Highway Trust Fund and sets stricter standards for roadside safety hardware.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes billions in funding for infrastructure, directly advancing government spending and budget allocation for public services.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates billions for highways, bridges, transit, and rail, explicitly funding infrastructure construction and safety improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House May 15, 2026

HR 8845: Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027

This bill provides federal funding for the Departments of Commerce, Justice, Science, and related agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027. It allocates specific amounts to support various operations, including trade promotion and export enforcement under Commerce, law enforcement and prison operations under Justice, and scientific research and space exploration under Science. The legislation also includes numerous restrictions on how funds can be used, such as prohibiting the use of money for certain firearm regulations, limiting cooperation with specific foreign entities, and restricting activities related to diversity initiatives and reproductive rights.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates federal funding for Commerce, Justice, and Science departments, directly advancing budget appropriations for essential government operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 8748: Surface Transportation Research and Development Act of 2026

The Surface Transportation Research and Development Act of 2026 updates federal programs to extend their funding periods through fiscal year 2031 and establishes a new Transportation Statistics Coordination Council to oversee data collection across the Department of Transportation. The bill also creates a study on the safety impacts of new headlamp technologies and requires a strategy to increase the use of reclaimed asphalt in road construction. Additionally, it expands rail research to address safety challenges in modern commuter and freight systems while ensuring data standards remain consistent.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends federal funding periods through FY 2031 and establishes new oversight councils, indicating support for government spending and fiscal management.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates a strategy to increase reclaimed asphalt use, promoting resource conservation and reducing waste in road construction.65% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill studies safety impacts of new headlamp technologies and coordinates data collection, showing engagement with tech advancements.65% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill extends funding, creates a data council, studies safety tech, and promotes sustainable road materials.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House May 12, 2026

HR 8750: COPS Reauthorization Act of 2026

The COPS Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends funding for the COPS ON THE BEAT grant program through fiscal year 2031, allowing the Department of Justice to continue providing grants to local law enforcement agencies for hiring and retaining officers. The bill also formally establishes the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services as a separate office within the Department of Justice, headed by a Director appointed by the President. These changes aim to maintain and clarify the administrative structure and financial support for community policing initiatives across the United States.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly extends funding for the COPS ON THE BEAT grant program through FY 2031, directly advancing government spending for public safety.90% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill extends funding for COPS grants to hire and retain officers, directly strengthening law enforcement capacity and resources.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · United States · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8482: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify certain investment credit rules with respect to nuclear facilities.

This bill modifies tax credit rules for nuclear power plants to allow them to claim investment credits without certain restrictions that currently apply to other energy facilities. Specifically, it removes a limitation that previously prevented public utility companies from claiming these credits for nuclear facilities and eliminates a rule that capped credits based on how quickly the project was completed. These changes would affect nuclear power generators and investors starting with taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026. The bill does not create new tax credits but adjusts existing ones to treat nuclear facilities more similarly to other qualified energy projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill modifies tax credit rules to allow nuclear facilities to claim investment credits, providing tax relief and financial incentives for energy infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill removes tax restrictions for nuclear facilities, promoting nuclear energy infrastructure and investment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Nuclear

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in committee · United States · Senate May 12, 2026

S 4502: Farm Disaster Tax Cut Act

The Farm Disaster Tax Cut Act allows farmers to exclude crop insurance indemnity payments from their taxable income. This change directly affects agricultural producers who receive financial compensation for crop losses under the Federal Crop Insurance Act. The provision applies to losses occurring after August 5, 2024, but it will expire for any losses that happen after December 31, 2028. By removing these payments from gross income, the bill aims to provide immediate tax relief to those impacted by agricultural disasters.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief to farmers by excluding crop insurance payments from taxable income, directly advancing the Budget & Taxes topic.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate May 12, 2026

S 4498: ABLE Tomorrow Act

The ABLE Tomorrow Act expands and strengthens the ABLE program, which allows people with disabilities to save money in tax-advantaged accounts without risking their eligibility for essential government benefits like Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income. Key changes include removing limits on transferring funds from 529 college savings plans into ABLE accounts and creating exceptions to annual contribution caps for specific lump-sum payments. The bill also permits employers to contribute directly to an employee's ABLE account as part of a retirement plan and requires various federal agencies to inform beneficiaries about these savings opportunities. Additionally, the legislation authorizes $50 million in grants over five years to help states and tribes promote ABLE accounts and increase participation among eligible individuals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands tax-advantaged savings for disabled individuals, protecting government benefit eligibility and promoting fiscal responsibility.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill strengthens the ABLE program, protecting disability benefits and expanding financial access for individuals with disabilities, directly supporting healthcare eligibility and stability.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Tags People with Disabilities

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