Budget & Taxes across the country

in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5377: A bill to amend the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to establish certain procedures for consideration of appropriation bills, and for other purposes.

This bill amends the Congressional Budget and Impoundment Control Act of 1974 to impose stricter time limits on the legislative process for annual spending bills. In the Senate, debate on any annual appropriation bill is capped at 20 hours, including all related amendments and motions. In the House of Representatives, members are prohibited from voting to adjourn for more than three days during July until all new budget authority for the upcoming fiscal year has been approved. These provisions directly affect the scheduling and procedural rules governing how Congress passes its annual spending legislation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill strengthens fiscal management by imposing strict time limits on appropriation bills to ensure timely government spending decisions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Government Spending State Budget

Sponsor Rick Scott (R)

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in committee · Pennsylvania · House Aug 18, 2026

HB 2735: An Act amending the act of March 10, 1949 (P.L.30, No.14), known as the Public School Code of 1949, in school finances, further providing for limitations on certain unreserved fund balances.

Pennsylvania House Bill 2735 updates the Public School Code of 1949 to restrict school districts from increasing real property taxes unless their projected ending fund balances meet specific limits. The bill establishes a sliding scale where larger districts with higher total budgeted expenditures must maintain lower percentages of committed, assigned, and unassigned funds compared to smaller districts. To ensure compliance, each district that approves a tax increase must submit certification data to the Department of Education by August 15 of each year starting in 2027.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill restricts school districts from increasing real property taxes unless fund balance limits are met, directly limiting local fiscal autonomy and tax revenue growth.85% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts school districts from increasing real property taxes by imposing limits on fund balances, thereby limiting local control over school funding.85% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget School Funding

Sponsor Kristin Marcell (R) · 6 co-sponsors

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died · Mississippi · Senate Jul 16, 2026

SB 2003: Youth court reform; FY2027 additional appropriation for.

Mississippi Senate Bill 2003 appropriates an additional $29.5 million in state funds for fiscal year 2027 to support youth justice system reforms. The Department of Human Services will receive $12 million from the Capital Expense Fund to renovate and expand the Oakley Youth Development Center, along with $7.5 million from the State General Fund to establish statewide diversion programs for juveniles. Additionally, the Department of Public Safety is allocated $10 million from the Capital Expense Fund to acquire, renovate, or lease new secured detention facilities in both North and South Mississippi.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly appropriates $29.5M in state funds for youth justice reforms and facility expansion, directly advancing government spending.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds youth justice reforms, facility renovations, and diversion programs, directly advancing criminal justice system improvements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Courts Juvenile Justice

Sponsor Briggs Hopson (R)

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signed · Mississippi · House Jul 17, 2026

HB 2: Appropriation; Department of Human Services of.

Mississippi House Bill 2 appropriates a total of $29.5 million in state funds for the fiscal year 2027 to support juvenile justice and youth services. The Department of Human Services will receive $12 million from the Capital Expense Fund to renovate and expand the Oakley Youth Development Center, along with $7.5 million from the State General Fund to establish statewide youth diversion programs. Additionally, the Department of Public Safety is allocated $10 million from the Capital Expense Fund to acquire, design, or lease new secured detention facilities for juveniles in both North and South Mississippi.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $29.5M for juvenile justice and youth services, directly funding public programs and state operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

Sponsor Kevin Horan (R)

in committee · Michigan · House Aug 11, 2026

HB 6225: Individual income tax: rate; rollback of rate to 3.9% and elimination of rollback trigger; provide for. Amends sec. 51 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.51).

Michigan House Bill 6225 permanently reduces the state individual income tax rate to 3.9% starting in 2028, eliminating a previous automatic mechanism that could have lowered the rate further based on general fund revenue growth. The bill establishes a phased reduction schedule, lowering the tax from 4.15% in 2026 to 4.0% in 2027 before reaching the final rate. It also mandates specific annual deposits from income tax collections into the state school aid fund and the renew Michigan infrastructure fund, with the latter receiving $69 million per year beginning in fiscal year 2030.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill permanently lowers individual income tax rates and mandates funding for schools and infrastructure, directly impacting state budget and taxation.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill mandates specific annual deposits from income tax collections into the state school aid fund, directly supporting K-12 education funding.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates deposits from income tax into the renew Michigan infrastructure fund, directly funding transportation and other infrastructure projects.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax State Budget

Sponsor David Martin (R)

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in committee · Michigan · House Sep 1, 2026

HB 6298: Appropriations: supplemental; funding for the youth and family justice bureau; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

Michigan House Bill 6298 is a supplemental appropriations act that reallocates funds within the Department of Health and Human Services for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The bill directs $150 million to the newly established Youth and Family Justice Bureau while reducing allocations for other child welfare functions, including foster care payments and local office staff compliance. These funding shifts are intended to support the specific powers and duties of the bureau as defined in the state probate code, effectively consolidating resources under this new agency structure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill is a supplemental appropriations act that directs $150M to the Youth and Family Justice Bureau, directly managing state fiscal resources.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill allocates $150M to the Youth and Family Justice Bureau, directly funding a criminal justice entity to support its statutory duties.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

Sponsor Luke Meerman (R) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · Michigan · House Aug 26, 2026

HB 6245: School aid: other; funding for learner-first district; provide for. Amends sec. 11 of 1979 PA 94 (MCL 388.1611) & adds sec. 72.

This bill amends the state school aid act to appropriate approximately $18.1 billion for public schools and education purposes for the fiscal year ending in 2026, and about $18.8 billion for the following year. It specifies that these funds will be drawn from multiple sources, including the state school aid fund, the general fund, and various specialized reserve funds for transportation, enrollment stabilization, and educator fellowships. Additionally, the bill allocates up to $50,000 from the state school aid fund to support the operation of a specific "learner-first district." The legislation only takes effect if a separate companion bill is also enacted into law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $18.1B for public schools and education, directly funding essential government programs and managing state fiscal resources.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill appropriates approximately $18.1 billion for public schools and education purposes, directly funding K-12 institutions and educator programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget School Funding Teachers

Sponsor Brad Paquette (R)

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5209: PERFORM Act

The PERFORM Act restricts the ability to award bonuses and other performance-based compensation to the Postmaster General of the United States Postal Service under specific conditions. These restrictions apply if the Postal Service runs a budget deficit, fails to meet nationwide service targets, receives a negative financial audit opinion, or does not submit a required annual report to Congress. The bill mandates that the Postmaster General provide a detailed report each year outlining compensation paid to senior executives, the metrics used to justify those payments, and data on financial and service performance. Additionally, the Postal Service Inspector General is required to review these annual reports to ensure compliance with the new reporting and compensation rules.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts performance-based compensation and bonuses for the Postmaster General, limiting fiscal incentives and government spending flexibility.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability State Budget

Sponsor Katie Boyd Britt (R) · 1 co-sponsor

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introduced · Hawaii · Senate Jul 15, 2026

GM 1360: Informing the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor returned the following bill with specific appropriation item(s) stricken or reduced: SB2600 SD1 HD1 CD1

On July 15, 2026, the Governor of Hawaii returned Senate Bill 2600 to the Legislature after vetoing a specific funding provision. The bill originally sought to transfer $50 million from the state's general fund into the Emergency and Budget Reserve Fund to comply with constitutional requirements for disposing of excess revenue. The Governor objected to this transfer, arguing that the reserve fund is already well-funded and that the money should be retained for other critical state needs. Consequently, the Governor used his line-item veto authority to reduce the appropriation for the reserve fund to just $1, effectively preventing the transfer of the $50 million.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill defends fiscal responsibility by retaining funds for critical state needs rather than transferring them to a reserve, aligning with prudent budget management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget

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introduced · Hawaii · Senate Jul 15, 2026

GM 1368: Informing the Legislature that on July 15, 2026, the Governor signed the following bill into law: SB2600 SD1 HD1 CD1 (ACT 265).

This bill directs the State of Hawaii to transfer $50 million from the general fund into the emergency and budget reserve fund for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The action is taken to comply with a constitutional requirement to dispose of excess tax revenues when specific conditions are met for two consecutive years. By moving the funds into a reserve account, the state sets aside money to be used as a supplemental source during future emergencies, economic downturns, or unexpected revenue shortfalls. The law takes effect on July 1, 2026, and applies to the state's overall budget management rather than targeting specific individuals or agencies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates transferring $50M to a reserve fund, promoting fiscal responsibility and ensuring funds are available for future economic downturns or emergencies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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