Budget & Taxes (Income Tax)

in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10271: Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2026

The Mobile Workforce State Income Tax Simplification Act of 2026 restricts state income tax collection on employees who work in multiple states, limiting taxation to only the employee's home state and any other state where they perform duties for more than 30 days in a calendar year. This change directly affects multi-state workers and their employers by eliminating withholding and reporting requirements for wages earned in states where the employee does not meet the 30-day threshold. Employers are permitted to rely on employees' annual estimates of work location for tax purposes, unless the employer maintains a daily time and attendance tracking system or has actual knowledge of fraud. The bill excludes specific groups, such as professional athletes, entertainers, film production staff, and public figures, from these simplified rules, and it takes effect on January 1 of the second calendar year following its enactment.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesThe bill restricts state income tax collection by limiting taxation to the home state or states with >30 days of work, reducing revenue for other states.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10282: Stronger Start for Working Families Act

The Stronger Start for Working Families Act amends the Internal Revenue Code to make the child tax credit fully refundable for all eligible taxpayers. By lowering the earned income threshold from $3,000 to $1, the bill removes the requirement that families must have a minimum level of earnings to receive the full credit amount. This change directly affects working families with children who previously had their refundable credit capped based on their income. The provision is scheduled to take effect for tax years beginning after December 31, 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill expands the refundable child tax credit by lowering income thresholds, providing direct financial relief to working families.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill expands the child tax credit for low-income working families by removing minimum earnings thresholds, directly supporting worker financial stability.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tags Children

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10236: Protecting Student Athletes from Unexpected Tax Liability Act

The Protecting Student Athletes from Unexpected Tax Liability Act requires companies to withhold 30 percent of income tax from payments made for a student athlete's name, image, and likeness. This rule treats these specific commercial payments as if they were standard wages, even though the athletes are not classified as employees. The bill also waives penalties for underpaid taxes in the first year a student athlete is subject to this new withholding requirement. To ensure the policy works effectively, the Treasury Department must report to Congress by 2029 on whether the 30 percent rate is appropriate and how well companies are complying with the law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates tax withholding for student athletes to prevent underpayment and liability, promoting fiscal compliance and protecting individuals from unexpected tax burdens.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill protects student athletes from tax penalties and ensures proper withholding for NIL income, supporting their financial stability in higher education.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5127: Harley Jacobsen Clinical Trial Participant Income Exemption Act of 2026

This bill creates a tax exemption for money received by individuals who participate in approved clinical trials, allowing them to keep compensation and expense reimbursements without paying federal income tax. It also ensures that these payments are not counted as income or resources when determining eligibility for federal or federally funded assistance programs. The changes apply to any payments made after December 31, 2025, and are designed to help participants in studies covering a broader range of diseases and conditions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief and expands eligibility for assistance programs for clinical trial participants.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides tax exemptions and eligibility protections for clinical trial participants, directly supporting research and patient access to medical studies.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Incentives

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in committee · United States · House Aug 3, 2026

HR 10029: Supporting Students and Families Act

The Supporting Students and Families Act creates a new tax credit to help offset costs for elementary and secondary school supplies. This credit allows taxpayers to claim up to $200 for expenses related to books, supplies, and equipment for dependents attending public, private, or religious schools. The benefit is reduced for individuals with modified adjusted gross incomes exceeding $150,000 and cannot be claimed for expenses already covered by Coverdell education savings accounts. The changes will take effect for taxable years beginning after December 31, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates a new tax credit to offset school supply costs, providing tax relief and financial support to families.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates a tax credit to offset school supply costs for students in public, private, and religious schools, enhancing educational access and financial relief.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits K-12 Education School Funding Student Financial Aid

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 5084: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to apply inflation adjustments to the base amount and adjusted base amount for purposes of determining taxable social security benefits.

This bill proposes to automatically increase the income thresholds used to determine how much of Social Security benefits are subject to federal income tax. Starting in 2027, the specific dollar limits would be adjusted annually based on the official cost-of-living adjustment, with any resulting amounts rounded up to the nearest hundred dollars. The change directly affects retirees and other individuals who receive Social Security payments, ensuring that the income levels triggering taxes on those benefits keep pace with inflation. By updating these thresholds, the legislation aims to prevent the taxable portion of benefits from growing disproportionately as prices rise over time.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases tax thresholds for Social Security benefits, providing tax relief to retirees and reducing the tax burden on lower-income seniors.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House Jul 30, 2026

HRES 1468: Encouraging Congress to pursue reforms to ensure that all United States citizens contribute to funding the operations of the Federal Government in proportion to the economic gains they realize.

This resolution encourages Congress to reform the tax system so that all citizens pay taxes based on their total economic gains, regardless of whether that income comes from wages or investments. It highlights current disparities where wage earners are taxed at the source while wealth from assets like stocks, real estate, and digital currencies often escapes immediate taxation through deferrals, inheritance rules, and charitable vehicles. The bill specifically urges the House Ways and Means Committee to hold hearings on these differences and calls for consistent tax treatment across all income sources to ensure fairness in funding the federal government.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill aims to close tax loopholes and ensure all citizens contribute to federal funding proportionally to economic gains, promoting fiscal responsibility.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9768: Tariff Refund Act of 2026

The Tariff Refund Act of 2026 directs the IRS to issue refunds or credits to eligible U.S. citizens who meet specific income and residency criteria. To qualify, an individual must have an adjusted gross income below $200,000, $300,000 for heads of household, or $400,000 for joint filers, and cannot be incarcerated or claimed as a dependent on another's tax return. The bill treats these eligible taxpayers as having already paid a fixed amount of tax toward their 2025 liability, effectively refunding that sum if they have not yet paid it. Payments will be processed electronically to existing bank accounts or Treasury-sponsored accounts, with no interest applied to the refunds. The legislation also includes provisions to prevent duplicate payments and allows dependents of incarcerated individuals to receive funds if the primary earner is ineligible.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief and refunds to eligible middle and lower-income taxpayers, directly advancing tax relief goals.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5040: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to impose limitations on high-income taxpayers with large retirement account balances.

This bill proposes new restrictions on retirement savings for high-income individuals who already have large account balances. It would limit annual contributions to traditional retirement plans for taxpayers with modified adjusted gross income exceeding $225,000 to $450,000, depending on filing status, if their total retirement savings surpass a $10 million threshold. Additionally, the legislation would increase the minimum required distributions for these same individuals, forcing them to withdraw more money annually from their accounts starting in 2034. To facilitate these withdrawals, the bill requires retirement plans to allow employees to request specific lump-sum distributions and mandates higher tax withholding on these payments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill imposes restrictions on high-income retirement contributions, promoting fiscal responsibility and limiting excessive tax-advantaged accumulation for the wealthy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9750: Public Service Retirement Tax Relief Act of 2026

The Public Service Retirement Tax Relief Act of 2026 limits the federal income tax that individuals receiving state or local government pensions must pay. Starting in 2026, the total tax on these pensions cannot exceed $10,000 for single filers or $20,000 for married couples filing jointly. This cap is calculated by first determining the tax owed on all income except the pension, then adding the maximum allowable pension tax amount to that figure. The bill directly affects public servants who rely on pensions from state or local governments for their retirement income.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill provides tax relief by capping federal income tax on public service pensions, directly supporting the Budget & Taxes topic.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Pensions

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