Taxation
Congressman Nick LaLota (R--Suffolk County) released a statement after voting to pass H.R. 1, a sweeping legislative package that delivers significant tax relief for the middle class and includes historic investments in national security and workforce development. The bill quadruples the SALT cap for five years, boosts the Child
Taxation
Congressman Jim Baird (R-IN-04) released a statement after voting in favor of H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which includes much-needed tax relief for the American people. This bill delivers the largest tax cut in American history for workers, families, and seniors by ending taxes on tips
Taxation
The House has passed the final version of the "One, Big, Beautiful Bill," a comprehensive legislative package aimed at boosting economic growth, reducing taxes, and empowering families and rural communities. Congressman Nathaniel Moran (R-TX-01) hailed the bill's passage, stating that it would chart a bold course
Legislative bills
The House of Representatives passed a massive tax and immigration bill in a narrow 218-214 vote, barely meeting the Republicans' self-imposed July 4 deadline. The bill, which was criticized by several House Republicans for increasing the deficit, was backed by President Donald Trump. The vote was closely contested, with
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Congressman Chip Roy, chair of the House Freedom Caucus' policy committee, has raised significant concerns over the Big Beautiful Bill's potential deficits, spending levels, and implementation of the Green New Deal. In a recent interview with Fox News' Will Cain, Roy emphasized the importance of thoroughly
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US Congressmen Mark Alford (MO-04) and Tony Gonzales (TX-23) have introduced the Iranian Campaign Medal Act, which authorizes the establishment of a US military decoration to recognize service members who served in direct support of Operation Midnight Hammer in Iran. The operation, authorized by President Trump in June 2025, successfully
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The Senate's proposed bill has been met with criticism from Democrats, who argue that it will cut Medicaid and social safety net programs, affecting millions of Americans. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) expressed his concerns about the bill, citing the CBO's estimate that it would leave 12
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Congresswoman Lauren Underwood delivered remarks at the House Appropriations Committee markup of the fiscal year 2026 Legislative Branch funding bill, criticizing the bill's numerous shortcomings. The bill, she argued, fails to invest in the institutions that keep democracy alive, opting to hollow them out and cede Congress'
Legislative bills
The House Appropriations Committee has cleared the FY 2026 Legislative Branch Appropriations Act, which provides $5 billion in funding for the legislative branch, a 5.3% decrease from the FY 2025 enacted House level. The bill, which will now head to the House floor, makes responsible funding decreases and prioritizes
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Representative Josh Gottheimer of New Jersey, a key member of the House Intelligence Committee, recently spoke with CNN host Wolf Blitzer about the ongoing situation with Iran and the U.S.'s response to potential cyber retaliatory strikes. Gottheimer emphasized the importance of the U.S. being vigilant and
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Congresswoman Norma Torres led three amendments during the Appropriations Committee Markup of the FY2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, FDA, and Related Agencies Bill, aimed at protecting tens of millions of Americans' personal information from DOGE and safeguarding public servants who work to ensure the safety and supply of infant formula.
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Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-ME), a longtime organic farmer and member of the House Agriculture Committee, has reintroduced bipartisan legislation to support organic dairy farmers in Maine and across the country. Alongside Congressmen Tony Wied (R-WI) and Nick Langworthy (R-NY), Pingree has introduced the Organic Dairy Data Collection Act, which aims
