Budget & Taxes

in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9720: D.C. Taxing Authority Review Act

This bill, known as the D.C. Taxing Authority Review Act, modifies the rules for how new taxes and fees proposed by the District of Columbia government are reviewed by Congress. It requires that any D.C. law imposing or increasing a tax or fee must receive explicit approval from a joint resolution passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate within 60 days, or else the law will not take effect. Additionally, the bill limits the time for debating these specific approval resolutions to one hour, split evenly between supporters and opponents. These changes directly affect the District of Columbia government's ability to enact new financial measures without prior congressional consent.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts D.C. taxing authority by requiring Congressional approval for new taxes, limiting local fiscal autonomy.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9487: No Goodwill for Harming Women Act

The No Goodwill for Harming Women Act prohibits sports franchise owners from using tax deductions to write off the value of their teams. This rule applies specifically to professional female sports leagues that allow male athletes to participate, based on the definition of sex as reproductive biology and genetics at birth. The bill requires the IRS to create regulations to verify which teams fall under this restriction, and the changes will only affect assets purchased after the law is enacted.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts tax deductions for sports franchise owners by prohibiting write-offs of team values, limiting a fiscal benefit for these entities.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 16, 2026

S 4799: Slash the Pentagon Act

The Slash the Pentagon Act sets a strict spending limit for the U.S. national defense budget in fiscal year 2027, capping total appropriations at $750 billion. This legislation directly affects the Department of Defense by restricting the total amount of money available for military operations and equipment. However, it includes specific exceptions that prevent the reduction of funds designated for military personnel and the Defense Health Program. By establishing this financial ceiling, the bill aims to control overall defense expenditures while ensuring continued support for service members and their healthcare.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill imposes a strict spending cap on the defense budget, effectively limiting government appropriations for military operations and equipment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 16, 2026

S 4791: A bill to abolish the Anti-Weaponization Fund, and for other purposes.

This bill abolishes the Anti-Weaponization Fund, a financial reserve created by the Attorney General during the Trump v. Internal Revenue Service legal case. It also declares an order issued on May 19, 2026, regarding the release of certain claims as invalid and without effect. The legislation directly impacts the Department of Justice by removing this specific fund and reversing the associated administrative directive.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill defunds a specific government reserve fund, which restricts available budgetary resources for that program.60% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 16, 2026

S 4796: Stock Buyback Accountability Act of 2026

The Stock Buyback Accountability Act of 2026 raises the federal excise tax on corporate stock repurchases from 1 percent to 4 percent, directly affecting corporations that buy back their own shares. This change also modifies existing tax rules to exclude stock issued to high-income executives and employees earning over $1 million from the tax calculation. The new provisions apply to stock repurchases occurring after the law is enacted, with specific transition rules for partial-year transactions, while the adjustments to tax exemptions take effect for taxable years ending more than 90 days after enactment.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill increases federal excise tax on corporate stock buybacks, directly raising taxes on corporations and restricting fiscal flexibility.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9314: DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026

The DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026 temporarily halts the Department of Homeland Security from using funds to start, renew, or expand contracts for surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement, such as facial recognition and predictive analytics. This pause applies to agencies like U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, though existing contracts can continue until a review is complete. The bill mandates an independent audit within 180 days to examine data collection practices, privacy impacts, and the accuracy of these technologies, followed by a public report detailing their use and capabilities. The funding ban remains in effect until the audit is finished, a public report is released, and the department demonstrates it has implemented necessary safeguards to protect civil liberties. Once these conditions are met, the moratorium lifts, but the department must submit annual reports on its continued use of these technologies and any related privacy complaints.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts DHS spending on surveillance contracts, effectively limiting government appropriations for specific enforcement tools.75% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts DHS surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement, limiting law enforcement capabilities and oversight.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigration enforcement by halting DHS funding for surveillance tools like facial recognition, limiting enforcement capabilities.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts the use of surveillance technologies like facial recognition, limiting their deployment in immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Border Security Detention Enforcement Data Privacy Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9258: Concrete Pump Tax Fairness Act

The Concrete Pump Tax Fairness Act introduces a new mileage-based fee for owners of mobile concrete boom pump vehicles that travel within the United States. This tax charges $0.05 per mile for vehicles weighing 60,000 pounds or less and $0.07 per mile for heavier vehicles, with payments due quarterly. The bill requires the government to create a system that uses existing vehicle technology to track mileage while protecting operator privacy and minimizing administrative burdens. Additionally, the law allows these vehicles to use existing fuel tax credits to offset the new fee and excludes them from certain existing highway use requirements. All collected fees will be deposited into the Highway Trust Fund to support road infrastructure.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill introduces a new mileage-based fee on vehicle owners, increasing tax burdens without clear fiscal benefit.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates using existing vehicle technology for mileage tracking while explicitly requiring protection of operator privacy.75% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill imposes a new mileage tax on concrete pump vehicles, restricting their operational costs and limiting transportation efficiency.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9289: Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026

The Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act of 2026 eliminates a federal tax credit that allowed parents to deduct contributions to scholarship granting organizations from their income. By removing these specific tax breaks, the bill prevents the use of public tax dollars to support private school vouchers and scholarship programs. This change directly affects families who currently rely on these tax incentives to fund education outside the public school system. The provisions take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill eliminates a tax credit, restricting government spending on private school vouchers and reducing public funds allocated to education.95% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill eliminates tax credits funding private school vouchers, restricting public funds for private education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits School Choice School Funding Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 9, 2026

S 4713: Preventing Payouts for Insurrectionists Act

This bill, known as the Preventing Payouts for Insurrectionists Act, bars individuals convicted of specific crimes related to the January 6 Capitol attack or election interference from receiving future federal compensation. It also requires people who received such payments between January 20, 2025, and the date the law is enacted to return the money to the U.S. Treasury. State attorneys general are authorized to sue these individuals in federal court to enforce the repayment and collect an additional 25% penalty to cover legal costs. The rules apply to any claim filed on or after January 20, 2025, regardless of when the underlying incident occurred.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill requires repayment of federal funds and restricts future compensation, effectively reducing government disbursements and enforcing fiscal restraint.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts financial benefits for individuals convicted of insurrection and election interference, reinforcing legal consequences and protecting the integrity of the justice system.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts

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in committee · United States · House Jun 10, 2026

HR 9239: Drain the Slush Fund Act

This bill, known as the Drain the Slush Fund Act, prevents the U.S. government from paying any court judgments, settlements, or legal costs to the President or Vice President. It directly affects the federal budget and legal system by amending existing laws to block such payments for any lawsuits filed by these officials. The measure applies to all cases pending or filed on or after January 20, 2025, ensuring that no financial awards can be made to the highest-ranking executive officers.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts government spending on legal judgments and settlements, limiting fiscal accountability and reducing funds available for legal obligations.90% confidence

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