Budget & Taxes

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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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 29, 2026

S 4440: Clinical Trial Modernization Act

Clinical Trial Modernization Act This bill authorizes a grant program and provides certain exemptions to support the participation of individuals in clinical trials. Specifically, the bill authorizes a grant program to support outreach, education, and recruitment efforts for clinical trials that may benefit certain underrepresented populations or communities in need, such as rural or tribal areas. The bill also exempts from anti-kickback laws for federal health care programs (1) remuneration that is offered to cover participants' expenses to participate in clinical trials, (2) the provision of free digital health technologies to support participation of underrepresented populations in clinical trials, and (3) payment for participants' cost-sharing obligations in relation to clinical trials. Finally, the bill exempts up to $2,000 in remuneration that is received for participating in a clinical trial from income tax.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill authorizes a grant program to fund clinical trial outreach and education, directly increasing government spending for public health initiatives.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House May 12, 2026

HR 8752: Full-Service Community School Expansion Act of 2026

The Full-Service Community School Expansion Act of 2026 authorizes billions of dollars in federal funding to expand a program that helps public schools in high-poverty areas provide integrated student supports, extended learning time, and active community engagement. The bill establishes specific roles for coordinators and directors to manage these efforts and requires schools to form leadership teams that include students, parents, educators, and community members. Funding is distributed through competitive grants to local educational agencies, states, and tribal organizations, with priority given to schools serving low-income students and those in rural or tribal areas. The legislation also mandates regular reporting on student outcomes and school climate to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes billions in federal funding to expand community school programs, directly increasing government spending on education.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes billions in federal funding to expand community schools, extend learning time, and improve student supports in high-poverty areas.95% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Student Financial Aid Student Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 20, 2026

S 4347: America Grows Act of 2026

America Grows Act of 2026 This bill permanently funds several agencies that perform agriculture research. The bill provides specified funding for the following agencies within the Department of Agriculture: the Agricultural Research Service, the Economic Research Service, the National Agricultural Statistics Service, and the National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The bill exempts the funding from sequestration, which is a process of automatic, usually across-the-board spending reductions under which budgetary resources are permanently cancelled to enforce specific budget policy goals. It also exempts the budgetary effects of the funding from the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go Act of 2010 (PAYGO) and the Senate PAYGO rule.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly provides permanent funding for agricultural research agencies and exempts it from spending cuts.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate May 12, 2026

S 4494: American Cures Act

American Cures Act This bill permanently funds several federal agencies and programs that perform biomedical research. The bill provides specified funding for the National Institutes of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Department of Defense health program, and the Department of Veterans Affairs medical and prosthetics research program. The bill exempts the funding from sequestration, which is a process of automatic, usually across-the-board spending reductions under which budgetary resources are permanently cancelled to enforce specific budget policy goals. It also exempts the budgetary effects of the funding from the Statutory Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) Act of 2010 and the Senate PAYGO rule.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill permanently funds federal biomedical research agencies and exempts funding from sequestration, directly strengthening government spending on essential programs.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill permanently funds biomedical research agencies like NIH and CDC, directly strengthening healthcare infrastructure and capabilities.95% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly funds the Department of Veterans Affairs medical and prosthetics research program and exempts it from spending reductions.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 20, 2026

HRES 1198: Recognizing that stable housing keeps families together.

This resolution expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that stable housing is a fundamental human right that keeps families together, regardless of immigration status. It condemns a past administration's proposal to ban mixed-immigration status families from receiving prorated federal housing assistance and calls on the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to withdraw any such rule. The resolution also urges Congress to increase funding for federal housing programs and calls for a Government Accountability Office report on the impact of such proposals on family separation and homelessness.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill urges Congress to increase funding for federal housing programs, directly supporting budget allocation for essential public services.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill recognizes stable housing as a fundamental human right, condemns restrictions on housing assistance for mixed-status families, and urges increased funding for federal housing programs.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill protects immigrant families by affirming housing rights regardless of status and opposes restrictions on federal housing assistance for mixed-status families85% confidence

Sub-Topics Homelessness Housing Finance Tenant Rights Tags Families

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in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8316: Donald J. Trump Wealth Tax Act of 2026

This bill, the Donald J. Trump Wealth Tax Act of 2026, proposes a one-time tax on the net worth of certain high-net-worth individuals and trusts. It levies a 14.25% tax on the portion of an applicable taxpayer's net worth that exceeds $10 million, as determined on the date of the bill's enactment. "Net worth" includes the fair market value of all assets minus bona fide liabilities, but excludes an individual's primary residence and associated mortgage debt. The bill's stated purpose, according to its findings, is to raise significant revenue to reduce the national debt.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill imposes new wealth tax on high-net-worth individuals, increasing taxation rather than providing relief or funding public services95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8294: Millionaires Surtax Act

This bill, titled the "Millionaires Surtax Act," establishes a new 10% surcharge on high-income individuals. This additional tax applies to the portion of a taxpayer's "modified adjusted gross income" that exceeds $2,000,000 for married couples filing jointly, or $1,000,000 for single filers. The bill defines "modified adjusted gross income" with specific deductions and includes special rules for certain taxpayers, such as non-resident aliens and charitable trusts. If enacted, these changes would take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases taxation on high-income individuals, generating revenue for government budgets and fiscal management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8474: Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026

The Neighborhood Tree Act of 2026 establishes a new federal "Neighborhood Tree Fund" to provide financial assistance for planting and maintaining urban trees. This fund will support states, Indian Tribes, and local governments or community groups in increasing tree canopy and improving urban forest health. The bill prioritizes projects in low-income areas, historically disadvantaged communities, and neighborhoods with less tree cover and higher summer temperatures to address environmental inequities. It authorizes substantial funding, starting at $100 million in fiscal year 2025, and also adjusts an existing advisory council's membership to include representatives from smaller and low-income communities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new federal fund to provide financial assistance for urban tree planting and maintenance, directly increasing government spending on environmental programs.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill establishes federal funding for urban tree planting and maintenance, directly supporting environmental protection, conservation, and addressing climate-related heat in disadvantaged communities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Forestry

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