Budget & Taxes

in committee · United States · House Aug 17, 2026

HR 10116: Lifeline for First Responders Act

The Lifeline for First Responders Act establishes a new federal grant program administered by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration to support the mental health and well-being of first responders. The program provides funding to eligible entities, including fire services, emergency medical services agencies, and dispatch centers, at all levels of government. Grant funds may be used for evidence-based stress reduction, suicide prevention, confidential counseling, family support services, and outreach programs aimed at reducing stigma. The bill authorizes $7.5 million in appropriations annually for fiscal years 2028 through 2032 to carry out these initiatives.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new federal grant program to fund mental health services for first responders, directly increasing government spending on public safety and well-being.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill funds mental health services, stress reduction, and suicide prevention for first responders, directly advancing healthcare access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Mental Health Tags Public Safety

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10233: SMASH 2.0 Act

The SMASH 2.0 Act reauthorizes the federal mosquito abatement program through fiscal year 2030, maintaining annual funding at $100 million for state and local public health agencies. The bill allows the Secretary of Health and Human Services to consider innovative technologies when awarding grants for mosquito prevention and control. It also permits grant recipients to use up to 5 percent of their funds for staff training and continuing education. Additionally, the legislation directs the Department of Health and Human Services to prepare emergency stockpiles of vector-borne disease control products in coordination with the Strategic National Stockpile.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill reauthorizes a federal program through 2030 and maintains $100M in annual funding for public health agencies, directly supporting government spending on essential services.82% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill reauthorizes and maintains funding for a federal public health program (mosquito abatement), directly supporting public health initiatives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Public Health

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5331: Protect American Values Act of 2026

The Protect American Values Act of 2026 prohibits the use of federal funds to implement or enforce a specific Department of Homeland Security rule regarding the "Public Charge" ground of inadmissibility. This legislation directly affects immigrants and their families by preventing the government from using financial resources to carry out policies that could restrict access to essential services like food, medical care, and housing. The bill includes a statement of congressional intent arguing that the targeted rule would harm community health, increase poverty, and circumvent established immigration laws. By blocking funding for this specific regulatory action, the act aims to maintain current eligibility standards for public assistance without altering the underlying statutory framework.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill prohibits the use of federal funds to enforce a specific DHS rule, directly restricting government spending and limiting fiscal resources for immigration enforcement.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill prohibits federal enforcement of rules that could restrict immigrants' access to medical care, thereby protecting healthcare access for this population.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill prohibits federal funds for enforcing the 'Public Charge' rule, thereby protecting immigrants from restrictions on accessing essential services like food and medical care.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5220: Clean Transportation Jobs and Development Act of 2026

The Clean Transportation Jobs and Development Act of 2026 directs the Department of Energy to expand funding and oversight for battery manufacturing, critical mineral processing, and advanced vehicle technologies through 2031. A primary provision increases the authorized budget for battery processing grants to $6 billion for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, while also requiring applicants to include specific workforce safety and fire prevention plans. The bill establishes a new Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation to coordinate supply chain resilience and manages multiple research programs focused on extreme-fast charging, vehicle safety, and heavy-duty commercial vehicle electrification. Additionally, the legislation authorizes over $3 billion in total funding for these research and development activities across five fiscal years to support domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on foreign energy sources.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases authorized budget for battery processing grants to $6 billion, directly advancing state fiscal management and funding for essential programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs DOE to expand funding for battery manufacturing and critical minerals, strengthening clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds battery manufacturing and clean vehicle technologies, directly advancing clean energy and reducing emissions.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates workforce safety and fire prevention plans for grant recipients, directly strengthening workplace safety standards.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds and expands battery manufacturing and advanced vehicle technologies, directly strengthening the technology sector.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly funds battery manufacturing and vehicle technologies to advance clean transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 5227: First-Time Home Buyer Empowerment Act

The First-Time Home Buyer Empowerment Act allows individuals to use funds from long-term 529 college savings plans to purchase a principal residence without incurring federal income taxes. To qualify, the account must have been open for at least 15 years, the distribution must be used within 60 days, and the total amount withdrawn for this purpose cannot exceed $35,000. If the home is sold or no longer used as a primary residence within five years, the beneficiary must repay the tax benefit, though this penalty decreases by 20 percent for each full year the home is kept. The law also adjusts the overall limit on special rollovers to Roth IRAs to account for these new home purchase withdrawals.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief for first-time home buyers by allowing tax-free withdrawals from 529 plans, aligning with fiscal support for middle-income households.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill enables tax-free use of 529 funds for first-time home purchases, increasing access to homeownership and supporting affordable housing goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Homeownership

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5215: Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act

The Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act extends federal tax credits for purchasing clean vehicles and installing charging equipment through 2031, while also allowing a higher credit amount for home charging installations. It establishes a new Joint Office of Energy and Transportation to coordinate federal efforts on electric vehicle infrastructure and creates an Electric Vehicle Commission to study industry needs and safety issues. The legislation authorizes billions in funding to expand charging networks, with specific requirements that states prioritize underserved communities and medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Additionally, the bill mandates that electric vehicle charging stations be permitted on public curbsides and expands access to high-occupancy vehicle lanes for clean vehicles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends federal tax credits and authorizes billions in funding for clean vehicle infrastructure, directly advancing fiscal support for transportation programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles and charging infrastructure, directly supporting renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles and charging infrastructure, directly promoting clean energy and reducing emissions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds EV infrastructure and creates commissions to study industry needs, advancing clean transportation technology.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles, funds charging infrastructure, and creates new offices to coordinate transportation efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 28, 2026

S 5143: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify procedural requirements for penalties and disallowance periods.

This bill requires the IRS to obtain written approval from a supervisor or a specific penalties office before imposing penalties or disallowing tax credits. The approval must be secured before the agency sends the first notice to a taxpayer that allows them to appeal the decision. Additionally, the legislation defines specific timeframes for disallowing certain tax credits and mandates that the Treasury Department publish annual reports detailing how penalties are assessed and enforced. These changes take effect twelve months after the bill is enacted, with the reporting requirement beginning two years later.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases IRS accountability by requiring supervisor approval for penalties, reducing arbitrary enforcement and promoting fiscal responsibility.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9897: Trump-Reagan Election Enforcement Act

This bill, known as the Trump-Reagan Election Enforcement Act, would require all U.S. states to implement strict new rules proving U.S. citizenship for anyone registering to vote in federal elections. Under the proposed law, states that fail to enforce these specific documentation requirements by fiscal year 2027 would face federal funding penalties, with 10 percent of certain transportation funds withheld initially and an additional 5 percent cut each subsequent year. The legislation mandates that applicants provide specific documents like a passport or certified birth certificate, requires states to actively remove noncitizens from voter rolls, and allows private lawsuits or criminal charges against election officials who register ineligible individuals.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts state budget autonomy by threatening federal funding cuts (transportation funds) for non-compliance.75% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill mandates strict citizenship documentation for voting and imposes funding penalties on states that fail to enforce these restrictions, limiting immigrant access to services.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill withholds 10% and cuts 5% annually of transportation funds for non-compliance, directly limiting funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Tags Elections

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 28, 2026

S 5144: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to eliminate installment agreement fees for certain individuals.

This bill proposes to remove the fees charged for setting up installment payment plans with the IRS for taxpayers with low incomes. Specifically, it would exempt individuals whose adjusted gross income is at or below 250 percent of the federal poverty level from paying these administrative costs. The change would only apply to new payment agreements entered into after a 12-month waiting period following the law's enactment. By eliminating these fees, the legislation aims to make debt relief options more accessible to financially struggling Americans without altering the underlying tax obligations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill eliminates fees for low-income taxpayers, providing tax relief and reducing financial barriers to debt resolution.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 16, 2026

S 5022: Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act

The Cannabis Administration and Opportunity Act fundamentally changes federal law by removing marijuana from the Controlled Substances Act, effectively decriminalizing it at the federal level and allowing states to regulate their own cannabis markets without federal interference. To manage this new landscape, the bill creates a new federal agency called the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Cannabis Tax and Trade Bureau to oversee licensing, collect taxes, and prevent illicit trade, while also establishing a new Center for Cannabis Products within the FDA to regulate safety and labeling. The legislation includes significant restorative justice measures, such as automatically expunging federal cannabis convictions and prohibiting discrimination against individuals with such records in areas like immigration, security clearances, and access to federal benefits. Additionally, the bill provides billions of dollars in funding to support research into the health effects of cannabis, expand access to financial services for legitimate cannabis businesses, and assist communities and individuals harmed by past prohibition enforcement.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new federal agency to collect taxes on cannabis, thereby generating revenue and strengthening federal fiscal management.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill decriminalizes cannabis federally, reducing criminalization and promoting criminal justice reform.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Drug Policy

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