Budget & Taxes

in committee · United States · House May 7, 2026

HR 8714: Skill Savings Account Act of 2026

The Skill Savings Account Act of 2026 creates a new type of tax-advantaged account designed to help eligible U.S. employees save money specifically for qualified education expenses. Under this bill, both employers and employees can contribute cash to these accounts without immediately paying income tax, provided the total contributions do not exceed $5,250 for employer contributions and $10,000 for employee contributions in a single year. Funds withdrawn from the account must be used exclusively for education costs to remain tax-free; otherwise, the distribution is taxed as income and subject to an additional 20% penalty for beneficiaries under age 65. The legislation also establishes specific rules for trust management and requires the Treasury Department to issue regulations within one year of enactment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates tax-advantaged accounts, providing tax relief and promoting fiscal responsibility through savings incentives.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates tax-advantaged accounts to help employees save for qualified education expenses, expanding access to funding.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate May 20, 2026

S 4580: No Tax on Border Patrol Agent Overtime Act

The No Tax on Border Patrol Agent Overtime Act modifies federal tax laws to exclude certain overtime pay earned by border patrol agents from taxation. Specifically, the bill defines "qualified overtime compensation" to include various forms of extra pay, such as premium pay and supplemental rates, that exceed an agent's standard basic salary. This change means that eligible border patrol agents will not have to pay income taxes on these specific overtime earnings starting in the 2026 tax year. The legislation directly affects federal border patrol agents by altering how their compensation is treated under the Internal Revenue Code.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief to border patrol agents by excluding overtime pay from taxation.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill increases net wages for border patrol agents by exempting overtime pay from taxation, effectively expanding worker financial benefits.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards

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in committee · United States · House May 29, 2026

HR 9075: Tax the Grift Act

The Tax the Grift Act imposes a 100 percent tax on any money received from a specific fund created by a civil lawsuit filed by the President against the Internal Revenue Service. This tax applies to all recipients of these payments and is treated as a standard income tax rather than a special exclusion. However, the bill also prevents these payments from being counted as taxable income, effectively nullifying the tax by allowing recipients to exclude the funds from their gross income. The law takes effect for any amounts received after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill creates a contradictory tax provision that effectively nullifies taxation, undermining fiscal accountability and government revenue collection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House May 22, 2026

HR 9020: No U.S. Funding for UNIFIL Act

This bill prohibits the U.S. government from providing any funds to support the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) starting October 1, 2027. It requires the United States to stop contributing money to UNIFIL when its mandate ends on December 31, 2026, and mandates that if the mission is extended beyond that date, the U.S. must withhold an amount equal to UNIFIL's annual budget from its overall contribution to UN peacekeeping funds. The legislation directly affects the Department of State, the Department of Defense, and the United Nations by cutting off financial support for the peacekeeping force in Lebanon after its current timeline expires.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts U.S. funding for UNIFIL, effectively cutting government spending on this specific program.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 23, 2026

S 4381: Western Tribal Water Act of 2026

The Western Tribal Water Act of 2026 expands the Indian Reservation Drinking Water Program to include ten specific projects in the Upper Colorado River Basin, an area where many tribes face significant water supply challenges. This legislation directs $60 million in funding for each of fiscal years 2027 and 2028 to support these infrastructure improvements, with a specific focus on addressing the needs of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe in southwestern Colorado. By amending existing federal law, the bill ensures that tribes in this drought-prone region can access resources to repair aging water delivery systems and enhance overall water reliability.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill directs $60 million in federal funding for tribal water infrastructure projects, directly advancing government spending on essential public services.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill allocates $60M annually to improve water infrastructure for tribes, directly supporting conservation and resource management.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Tags Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · House Apr 2, 2026

HR 8172: Federal Benefits Repatriation Verification Act of 2026

The Federal Benefits Repatriation Verification Act of 2026 restricts noncitizens receiving federal benefits from sending more than $1,000 in monetary assets to foreign accounts or individuals within any 12-month period. To enforce this limit, the bill requires noncitizen recipients to annually certify their compliance and mandates that financial institutions, including banks and cryptocurrency exchanges, check a new Treasury database before processing transfers. If a noncitizen exceeds the limit or fails to provide certification, they become ineligible for programs such as Social Security, SNAP, and Medicaid, while financial institutions face civil penalties for non-compliance. The legislation also directs the Treasury to create a secure database to track these transactions and share data with benefit agencies to verify eligibility in real time.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts financial transfers for noncitizen benefit recipients, limiting their ability to manage assets and potentially reducing government accountability.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts noncitizen access to financial assets and mandates compliance checks, limiting immigrant protections and services.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House May 19, 2026

HR 8885: STOP TRUMP ACT

This bill, known as the STOP TRUMP ACT, prohibits the use of federal funds to pay claims or establish compensation programs for the President, their family, political appointees, or individuals designated for preferential treatment regarding alleged government retaliation. It specifically bars the Department of Justice from representing the United States in lawsuits where the President seeks financial or political benefits and mandates the repayment of any funds already disbursed in violation of these rules. The legislation declares any agreements or settlements made in breach of these provisions to be legally void and empowers the Treasury to recover illicit payments through asset seizures and offsets against other federal benefits.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts federal spending on presidential claims and mandates repayment of funds, limiting government financial operations.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2026

HR 8783: To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to exclude from gross income charitable distributions from certain employer-sponsored retirement plans, and for other purposes.

This bill allows individuals aged 70 and a half or older to donate money directly from their employer-sponsored retirement accounts to qualified charities without counting the donation as taxable income. It expands an existing tax provision by including various types of employer plans, such as 403(b) and 457(b) plans, alongside traditional qualified plans. Under the new rules, the amount excluded from gross income is limited to the excess of the annual standard distribution limit over any other tax-free distributions the person made that year. The legislation applies to distributions made in taxable years beginning after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by excluding charitable distributions from gross income, reducing tax liability for retirees.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8291: Reforming Disaster Recovery Act

The Reforming Disaster Recovery Act establishes a new Long-Term Disaster Recovery Fund to provide grants for housing, infrastructure, and economic revitalization in areas most affected by catastrophic major disasters. This legislation creates a new Office of Disaster Management and Resiliency within the Department of Housing and Urban Development to coordinate recovery efforts and ensures that at least 70 percent of the funding benefits low- and moderate-income households. The bill also introduces a formula-based allocation system that includes a specific portion of funds for mitigation activities designed to reduce future disaster risks and requires strict reporting to prevent the duplication of benefits with other federal aid.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new federal fund to provide grants for disaster recovery, housing, and infrastructure, directly increasing government spending on public services.85% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates a fund to provide federal grants for housing recovery and mandates 70% of funds benefit low- and moderate-income households.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Community Development Property Development Tags Emergency Management

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8501: Rehabilitation of Historic Schools Act of 2026

The Rehabilitation of Historic Schools Act of 2026 allows public school buildings to qualify for federal tax credits when they are rehabilitated, provided the buildings were used as public schools for five years before and after the renovation. This change removes a previous restriction that had excluded public educational facilities from receiving these financial incentives. The bill requires the Treasury Department to report data on the number of rehabilitated schools, student enrollment, and renovation costs to Congress within five years of enactment. These provisions apply to properties placed in service after the law is passed, aiming to encourage the preservation and repair of historic public school infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides federal tax credits for rehabilitating public school buildings, directly advancing funding and financial incentives for public education infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides federal tax credits to rehabilitate public school buildings, directly improving school infrastructure and protecting educational facilities.95% confidence

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