Budget & Taxes (Appropriations)

in committee · United States · House Jun 15, 2026

HR 9313: Water Access Act

The Water Access Act appropriates $500 million for fiscal year 2027 to the Department of Health and Human Services. These funds are designated to support the Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program, which helps households with limited income pay for their water bills. The legislation directly affects low-income families by providing financial resources to ensure they can afford essential water services. This bill does not create new programs but rather allocates existing funding to continue assistance for eligible households.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $500M to fund essential water assistance for low-income households, directly strengthening public service funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9263: Housing Supply Fund Act of 2026

The Housing Supply Fund Act of 2026 creates a new $5 billion fund within the Treasury Department to provide competitive grants for affordable housing projects. Eligible recipients include certified financial institutions, nonprofit housing organizations, and public housing agencies, with funds intended for low- and very low-income renters and homeowners earning up to 120 percent of the area median income. Grant money can be used to establish loan reserves, capitalize revolving funds, provide risk-sharing loans, or convert commercial properties into affordable housing in urban, suburban, rural, and Tribal areas. The bill requires that all awarded funds be committed for use within four years, with unused amounts recaptured for future funding rounds, while limiting administrative expenses to no more than 5 percent of the total appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new $5 billion fund to finance affordable housing, directly increasing government spending on essential public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a $5 billion fund to provide grants for affordable housing projects, directly advancing and funding the topic area.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Affordable Housing Homeownership Housing Finance

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in committee · United States · House Jun 10, 2026

HR 9240: Tax Dollar Accountability Act

The Tax Dollar Accountability Act requires states and local governments that receive federal funds to provide the Comptroller General with access to their financial records, budgets, and contracts for audits and evaluations. Under this bill, these entities must submit such documents annually within 120 days after the end of each fiscal year. If a state fails to comply with this request, the Office of Management and Budget is authorized to withhold, suspend, or condition future federal funding until access is granted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill promotes fiscal responsibility by mandating financial transparency and audits for state governments receiving federal funds.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Audits & Accountability Tags Government Transparency

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died · United States · Senate Jul 27, 2026

S 4784: National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

This bill authorizes funding and sets policy guidelines for the U.S. Department of Defense and Department of Energy for fiscal year 2027, directly affecting military personnel, defense contractors, and federal agencies. Key provisions include authorizing specific appropriations for procurement, research, operations, and military construction, while establishing end-strength limits for active and reserve forces across all military branches. The legislation also mandates various strategic plans and reports on topics such as Arctic readiness, supply chain resilience, artificial intelligence integration, and environmental remediation at military installations. Additionally, the bill modifies personnel policies regarding promotions, retirements, and service obligations, and includes restrictions on the use of certain foreign-made equipment and connected vehicles on military bases.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes appropriations for DoD and DOE, directly funding military activities and construction for FY2027.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill authorizes appropriations for Department of Defense and Department of Energy activities, including research and operations, which supports energy infrastructure and production.65% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Procurement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 4657: Modern, Clean, and Safe Trucks Act of 2026

The Modern, Clean, and Safe Trucks Act of 2026 repeals the 12 percent federal excise tax on new heavy trucks, tractors, and trailers. By removing this tax, the bill aims to lower the purchase price of these vehicles and encourage the replacement of older, less efficient models with newer, cleaner technology. The legislation directly affects truck manufacturers, dealerships, and fleet operators by eliminating a specific line item in the Internal Revenue Code that currently applies to the first retail sale of these items. Additionally, the act includes technical amendments to related tax sections to ensure consistency after the main tax is removed.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill repeals a federal excise tax, reducing government revenue and weakening fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill removes tax on new trucks to encourage replacement of older, less efficient models with cleaner technology, advancing energy efficiency.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill removes tax to encourage replacement of older trucks with newer, cleaner technology, reducing emissions.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill removes taxes on trucks to encourage replacement with cleaner, more efficient models, advancing sustainable transportation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Sales Tax Freight Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Jun 5, 2026

HR 9170: Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027

This bill provides funding for the Departments of Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and related agencies for fiscal year 2027. It allocates money to support transportation infrastructure projects, including grants for highways, airports, rail systems, and transit, as well as funding for aviation safety and maritime security. The legislation also directs resources to housing programs such as tenant-based rental assistance, public housing operations, and grants for community development and homeless assistance. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for administrative expenses, cybersecurity initiatives, and specific restrictions on how funds can be used across these departments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funding for transportation and housing programs, advancing fiscal management and public services.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill explicitly allocates funding for HUD housing programs including tenant-based rental assistance and public housing operations.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly allocates funding for transportation infrastructure, including highways, airports, rail, and transit, directly advancing the topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Community Development Homelessness Mortgages Airports Ports Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House May 29, 2026

HR 9050: Small Business Innovation Voucher Act of 2026

The Small Business Innovation Voucher Act of 2026 creates a new grant program to help small businesses purchase technical assistance and services from universities and nonprofit research labs. Under this competitive program, the Small Business Administration will award grants ranging from $15,000 to $75,000 to cover between 50% and 75% of the cost for projects aimed at developing new products or services. To receive funding, small businesses must submit an application detailing their project, and selected recipients are required to report on their results and how the project impacted their business after completion. The legislation authorizes $10 million per year from 2026 through 2030 to fund these grants and covers administrative expenses with up to 5% of the total appropriation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new grant program to fund small business technical assistance, directly increasing government spending for economic development.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates a grant program to fund small businesses for developing new products and services via technical assistance, directly advancing technology innovation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Tags Small Business

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in committee · United States · House Jun 5, 2026

HR 9171: Department of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2027

This bill provides funding for the Department of the Interior, the Environmental Protection Agency, and related agencies for fiscal year 2027 to support their operations, conservation efforts, and public services. It allocates money to manage public lands, protect endangered species, maintain national parks, and administer programs for Native American tribes and Alaska Natives. The legislation also includes specific rules that limit how agencies can use funds, such as restrictions on implementing certain environmental regulations and prohibitions on using money to regulate lead ammunition or carbon dioxide emissions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates funding for Department of the Interior and EPA operations, conservation, and public services, directly advancing the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill provides funding for Interior and EPA to support conservation, protect endangered species, and maintain national parks.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Conservation Public Lands Wildlife

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in committee · United States · House May 22, 2026

HR 9010: Making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.

HR 9010 appropriates funds for the Legislative Branch for fiscal year 2027, primarily covering salaries, expenses, and operations for the House of Representatives, Senate, Capitol Police, and various independent agencies like the Library of Congress and Government Accountability Office. The bill includes specific restrictions on spending, such as prohibiting the purchase of certain Chinese-made technology and limiting vehicle leasing allowances for Members of Congress. It also mandates in-person workplace rights training for Members under active misconduct investigations and requires that any unused funds from Members' representational allowances be used to reduce the federal deficit or debt.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for the Legislative Branch, covering salaries and operations, which directly advances and funds the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill restricts spending on Chinese-made technology, aligning with cybersecurity and supply chain security goals.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · United States · House May 4, 2026

HR 8654: Afterschool for All Act

The Afterschool for All Act significantly increases funding for the Community Learning Centers program, raising the annual appropriation from $1 billion to $10 billion for the fiscal years 2026 through 2035. This expansion aims to support after-school programs in elementary and secondary schools, directly benefiting students and educational institutions that rely on these grants. Additionally, the bill amends the name of the relevant section in the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to remove the term "21st Century," and it raises the corporate income tax rate from 21% to 22% for taxable years beginning after the law is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases federal funding for after-school programs from $1B to $10B, directly strengthening government spending on education.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill significantly increases funding for after-school programs and Community Learning Centers, directly expanding educational access and resources.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Business Taxes Income Tax

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