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HR Bill 1152 Electronic Filing and Payment Fairness ActUpdated 3 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2025-02-10

Bill 119 HR 1152, also known as the Electronic Filing and Payment Fairness Act, aims to streamline and modernize the process of filing and paying taxes...

for individuals and businesses. The bill proposes to require the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide electronic filing and payment options for all tax forms, including those that are currently only available in paper form. The bill also seeks to ensure that taxpayers are not penalized for using electronic filing and payment methods, by prohibiting the IRS from charging additional fees for these services. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to protect taxpayer information and ensure the security of electronic transactions. Supporters of the bill argue that electronic filing and payment options can save time and money for both taxpayers and the IRS, while also reducing the risk of errors and fraud. They believe that making these options more accessible and user-friendly will encourage more taxpayers to take advantage of them. Opponents of the bill may argue that implementing electronic filing and payment systems could be costly and time-consuming for the IRS, and that some taxpayers may prefer to continue using paper forms. However, proponents of the bill maintain that the long-term benefits of modernizing the tax filing process outweigh any initial challenges. Overall, the Electronic Filing and Payment Fairness Act aims to make the tax filing process more efficient, convenient, and secure for all taxpayers, while also bringing the IRS into the digital age.

Recent Activity

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.

Alternative Names

Electronic Filing and Payment Fairness Act

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the application of the mailbox rule to documents and payments electronically submitted to the Internal Revenue Service.

Electronic Filing and Payment Fairness Act

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the application of the mailbox rule to documents and payments electronically submitted to the Internal Revenue Service.

Electronic Filing and Payment Fairness Act

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the application of the mailbox rule to documents and payments electronically submitted to the Internal Revenue Service.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Taxation

Potential Impact

Internet, web applications, social media

Tax administration and collection, taxpayers

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. LaHood, Darin [R-IL-16]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Rep. Feenstra, Randy [R-IA-4]

Rep. Schneider, Bradley Scott [D-IL-10]

Rep. Fitzpatrick, Brian K. [R-PA-1]

Rep. Panetta, Jimmy [D-CA-19]

Committees and Subcommittees

Ways and Means Committee

Variations and Revisions

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S Bill 1245 Servicemembers and Veterans Empowerment and Support Act of 2025Updated 4 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: Senate

Introduced date: 2025-04-01

Bill 119 s 1245, also known as the Military Sexual Trauma and Health Care Enhancement Act, aims to make important changes to the way the Department of...

Veterans Affairs (VA) provides health care and benefits to veterans who have experienced military sexual trauma (MST). The bill proposes to expand the coverage and availability of health care services for veterans who have experienced MST, including mental health care, counseling, and treatment for physical injuries resulting from MST. It also seeks to improve the training and education of VA health care providers to better understand and address the unique needs of veterans who have experienced MST. Additionally, the bill includes provisions to enhance the benefits available to veterans who have experienced MST, such as increasing access to disability compensation and other forms of financial assistance. It also aims to streamline the process for veterans to access these benefits and services, making it easier for them to receive the support they need. Overall, Bill 119 s 1245 is focused on improving the care and support available to veterans who have experienced MST, recognizing the unique challenges they face and ensuring they receive the help they deserve.

Recent Activity

Read twice and referred to the Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Alternative Names

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to expand health care and benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs for military sexual trauma, and for other purposes.

Servicemembers and Veterans Empowerment and Support Act of 2025

A bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to expand health care and benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs for military sexual trauma, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

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Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Sen. Blumenthal, Richard [D-CT]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]

Sen. Hirono, Mazie K. [D-HI]

Sen. Fetterman, John [D-PA]

Sen. Van Hollen, Chris [D-MD]

Sen. Murray, Patty [D-WA]

Sen. Whitehouse, Sheldon [D-RI]

Sen. Shaheen, Jeanne [D-NH]

Committees and Subcommittees

Veterans' Affairs Committee

Variations and Revisions

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HR Bill 2366 American Families United ActUpdated 5 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2025-03-26

Bill 119 HR 2366, also known as the "Family Unity Act," aims to make changes to the Immigration and Nationality Act in order to promote family unity wi...

thin immigrant communities in the United States. The bill includes provisions that would allow for the reunification of families who have been separated due to immigration policies, as well as measures to streamline the process for family members to sponsor each other for immigration. One key aspect of the bill is the expansion of the definition of "immediate family members" to include a broader range of relatives, such as grandparents, grandchildren, and siblings. This would make it easier for extended family members to be reunited with their loved ones who are already living in the US. Additionally, the bill seeks to address the backlog of visa applications by increasing the number of visas available for family-sponsored immigrants. This would help reduce wait times for families who are trying to bring their relatives to the US legally. Overall, the Family Unity Act is aimed at promoting family reunification and ensuring that immigrant families are able to stay together and support each other. The bill has garnered bipartisan support and is seen as a positive step towards comprehensive immigration reform.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Alternative Names

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to promote family unity, and for other purposes.

American Families United Act

To amend the Immigration and Nationality Act to promote family unity, and for other purposes.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

Immigration

Potential Impact

Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Escobar, Veronica [D-TX-16]

Cosponsors and Supporters

Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27]

Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20]

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]

Rep. Casar, Greg [D-TX-35]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Rep. García, Jesús G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4]

Rep. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-8]

Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]

Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]

Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]

Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3]

Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]

Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27]

Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20]

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]

Rep. Casar, Greg [D-TX-35]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Rep. García, Jesús G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4]

Rep. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-8]

Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]

Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]

Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]

Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3]

Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]

Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]

Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27]

Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20]

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]

Rep. Casar, Greg [D-TX-35]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Rep. García, Jesús G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4]

Rep. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-8]

Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]

Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]

Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]

Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3]

Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]

Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]

Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]

Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]

Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13]

Rep. Salazar, Maria Elvira [R-FL-27]

Rep. Tonko, Paul [D-NY-20]

Rep. Espaillat, Adriano [D-NY-13]

Rep. Carbajal, Salud O. [D-CA-24]

Rep. Casar, Greg [D-TX-35]

Rep. Correa, J. Luis [D-CA-46]

Rep. Dean, Madeleine [D-PA-4]

Rep. DelBene, Suzan K. [D-WA-1]

Rep. García, Jesús G. "Chuy" [D-IL-4]

Rep. Menendez, Robert [D-NJ-8]

Rep. Ross, Deborah K. [D-NC-2]

Rep. Salinas, Andrea [D-OR-6]

Rep. Sánchez, Linda T. [D-CA-38]

Rep. Scanlon, Mary Gay [D-PA-5]

Rep. Soto, Darren [D-FL-9]

Rep. Suozzi, Thomas R. [D-NY-3]

Rep. McCollum, Betty [D-MN-4]

Rep. Levin, Mike [D-CA-49]

Rep. Goldman, Daniel S. [D-NY-10]

Rep. Jayapal, Pramila [D-WA-7]

Rep. Omar, Ilhan [D-MN-5]

Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]

Rep. Thanedar, Shri [D-MI-13]

Rep. Deluzio, Christopher R. [D-PA-17]

Committees and Subcommittees

Judiciary Committee

Variations and Revisions

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HR Bill 2507 Helping to Encourage Real Opportunities (HERO) for Youth Act of 2025Updated 9 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2025-03-31

Bill 119 HR 2507, also known as the "Youth Work Opportunity Credit Modification Act," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 in order to make ...

changes to the work opportunity credit for certain youth employees. The work opportunity credit is a tax credit available to employers who hire individuals from certain targeted groups, such as veterans or individuals receiving government assistance. Specifically, this bill focuses on modifying the work opportunity credit for youth employees. The proposed changes would likely include adjustments to the eligibility criteria for youth employees to qualify for the credit, as well as potentially increasing the amount of the credit that employers can claim for hiring eligible youth workers. The goal of this legislation is to incentivize employers to hire more young workers by providing them with a tax credit for doing so. By making it more financially beneficial for businesses to hire youth employees, supporters of the bill hope to reduce youth unemployment rates and provide valuable job opportunities for young people entering the workforce. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2507 seeks to support youth employment and economic growth by making changes to the work opportunity credit for certain youth employees. It is important to note that this summary is based on the information available at this time and may be subject to further revisions or amendments as the bill progresses through the legislative process.

Recent Activity

Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Alternative Names

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the work opportunity credit for certain youth employees.

Helping to Encourage Real Opportunities (HERO) for Youth Act of 2025

To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the work opportunity credit for certain youth employees.

Associated Legislation

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Policy Areas

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Potential Impact

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Sponsors and Supporters

Rep. Kelly, Robin L. [D-IL-2]

Cosponsors and Supporters

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Committees and Subcommittees

Ways and Means Committee

Variations and Revisions

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HR Bill 2188 COST ActUpdated 11 days ago

Purpose and Summary

Chamber: House

Introduced date: 2025-03-18

Bill 119 HR 2188, also known as the "Electric Vehicle Conversion Cost Analysis Act," aims to require the Comptroller General of the United States to co...

nduct a thorough analysis of the costs associated with converting light-duty vehicles in the Federal fleet to electric vehicles. The bill also includes provisions for other purposes related to this conversion process. The main goal of this legislation is to gather comprehensive data on the financial implications of transitioning the Federal government's fleet of light-duty vehicles to electric vehicles. This analysis will help policymakers make informed decisions about the feasibility and potential benefits of such a conversion. By conducting this analysis, the government will be able to assess the upfront costs, long-term savings, and environmental impacts of switching to electric vehicles. This information will be crucial in determining the most cost-effective and sustainable approach to modernizing the Federal fleet. Overall, Bill 119 HR 2188 seeks to promote transparency and accountability in the decision-making process surrounding the conversion of Federal vehicles to electric power. It underscores the importance of considering both the financial and environmental implications of such a transition, ultimately aiming to guide policymakers towards a more sustainable and efficient transportation system.

Recent Activity

Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Alternative Names

To require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct an analysis of the costs of converting light-duty vehicles in the Federal fleet to electric vehicles, and for other purposes.

COST Act

Comparison of Sustainable Transportation Act

To require the Comptroller General of the United States to conduct an analysis of the costs of converting light-duty vehicles in the Federal fleet to electric vehicles, and for other purposes.