Budget & Taxes

in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5366: Affordable Housing Credit Carryback Act

The Affordable Housing Credit Carryback Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to allow taxpayers to claim a five-year carryback for unused low-income housing tax credits. This provision enables developers and investors who have not fully utilized their allocated credits in the current year to apply them against taxes owed in previous years. By extending this refund mechanism, the bill provides financial flexibility to entities involved in affordable housing projects, potentially accelerating the development of such units.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a tax refund mechanism (carryback) for developers and investors, effectively reducing government tax revenue to subsidize private entities.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill facilitates affordable housing development by allowing carryback of unused low-income housing tax credits, providing financial flexibility to developers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Affordable Housing Historic Preservation Housing Finance

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in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10102: Data Center Community Reinvestment Act of 2026

The Data Center Community Reinvestment Act of 2026 imposes a federal excise tax of one cent per kilowatt-hour on electricity consumed by data centers with a peak power load exceeding one megawatt. The revenue generated from this tax is divided equally among five specific government funds: the Land and Water Conservation Fund, the Housing Trust Fund, the Hazardous Substance Superfund, the Highway Trust Fund, and a newly established Energy Technology Trust Fund. This legislation directly affects large-scale data center operators by adding a cost to their energy usage, while directing the collected funds toward infrastructure, environmental cleanup, housing, and energy technology initiatives.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill imposes a new federal excise tax on data centers, which is a direct increase in taxation rather than a reduction or relief.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill explicitly directs 20% of tax revenue to the Housing Trust Fund, which supports affordable housing development, thereby advancing the topic.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationThe bill directs one-fifth of tax revenue to the Highway Trust Fund, which directly funds transportation infrastructure projects.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Housing Finance Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5346: EGG SAVE Act of 2026

The EGG SAVE Act of 2026 creates a new tax credit for commercial egg hatcheries that purchase and install equipment capable of identifying the sex of avian embryos before they hatch. To qualify for the credit, the technology must achieve at least 95 percent accuracy in sex determination and be used at a facility located in the United States. The credit amount is set at 50 percent of qualified expenditures for equipment placed in service in 2027, decreasing to 40 percent in 2028 and 30 percent in 2029. This incentive program terminates for any property placed in service after December 31, 2029.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill creates a specific tax credit for commercial egg hatcheries, representing a targeted tax break that reduces government revenue without broad public benefit.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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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

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 28, 2026

S 5155: American Hiring Transparency Act

The American Hiring Transparency Act introduces a new fee for employers who file applications to hire foreign workers, requiring them to pay a charge equal to the standard nonimmigrant visa fee at the time of filing. Starting in fiscal year 2027, this initial fee will be at least $10,000, with the amount adjusted annually for inflation to keep pace with rising costs. The revenue generated from these fees is split evenly between the Department of Labor and the Office of Personnel Management, with half of the Labor Department's share designated for unspecified purposes and the other half used to improve the USAJOBS job platform. This measure applies specifically to employers seeking permanent employment certification and does not allow for any waivers or reductions of the required payment.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill imposes a new $10,000 fee on employers, increasing costs and restricting hiring, which limits fiscal flexibility and government accountability.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill imposes a $10,000 fee on employers hiring foreign workers, creating a financial barrier that restricts immigrant access to employment.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Work Authorization Tags Government Transparency

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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 · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9731: No GRIFT Act of 2026

The No GRIFT Act of 2026 prohibits the Department of Justice from awarding grants to certain nonprofit organizations in a given fiscal year. To qualify for a grant, a nonprofit must certify that it is not a "covered nonprofit," which is defined as an organization where over 50% of its recent revenue came from DOJ grants and where it paid an officer or employee more than the Attorney General's annual salary. This provision directly affects 501(c)(3) organizations that have received significant federal funding and have high executive compensation, requiring them to disclose their financial history before applying for new grants.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts government grants to nonprofits, limiting funding availability and reducing fiscal support for essential services.85% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts DOJ grants to nonprofits, potentially limiting funding for criminal justice reform, oversight, and civil rights organizations.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HR 9714: Capping Appointed Positions Act

This bill, known as the Capping Appointed Positions Act, limits the total number of specific high-level roles in the federal executive branch to a maximum of 1,600 positions. It directly affects confidential or policy-determining jobs classified under Schedule C and Schedule G, which are typically filled by individuals appointed rather than hired through standard civil service procedures. The law sets a hard cap for fiscal year 2027 and every year after that, ensuring the combined total of these positions cannot exceed the specified limit. By restricting the quantity of these roles, the legislation aims to control the size of the appointed workforce within the government's executive agencies.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts government spending by capping the number of appointed positions, thereby limiting executive branch budget allocations.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9764: HONOR Act

The HONOR Act prohibits U.S. taxpayers from claiming foreign tax credits for taxes paid to the Russian Federation for a specific period following the law's enactment. This restriction remains in effect until the United States resumes normal trade relations with Russia, at which point standard tariff rates will be restored. The provision explicitly overrides any conflicting international tax treaties to ensure the penalty applies regardless of existing agreements.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts taxpayer ability to claim foreign tax credits, limiting tax relief and increasing effective tax burden for affected individuals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · United States · House Jul 13, 2026

HR 9660: No Hostile ONLOOKERS Act

The No Hostile ONLOOKERS Act restricts intelligence agencies from funding research or technical support at National Laboratories if those facilities allow individuals from designated "countries of risk" to access their premises, information, or technology. This rule directly affects federal intelligence elements and the National Laboratories they fund, prohibiting the expenditure of money on projects where such access is permitted. The only exception to this ban is a specific waiver that an intelligence agency head can request from congressional committees, provided they certify that the project is not at risk of foreign intelligence collection and explain why the waiver is necessary. Essentially, the bill aims to prevent foreign adversaries from gaining access to sensitive U.S. scientific data and facilities through personnel associated with the intelligence community.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts intelligence agencies from funding research at National Laboratories, effectively limiting government spending on specific projects.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts funding for research and technical support at National Laboratories, limiting access to technology and cybersecurity advancements.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending

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