Accounting April 21, 2026
Rep. Ilhan Omar Updates Financial Disclosure Form, Citing Accounting Error
Omar’s office said the latest disclosure proved “the Congresswoman is not a millionaire.”
Taxes April 21, 2026
New York Congressman’s Legislation Would Allow Tax Deductions on Utility Bills
The No Taxes on Utility Bills Act, introduced by Rep. John Riley (D-NY), would allow U.S. taxpayers to deduct all taxes and state-mandated surcharges included on gas and electric bills.
Benefits April 21, 2026
‘A Complete Scam’: Sen. Tommy Tuberville Again Blasts Social Security
On April 16, an X account asked users to “name a huge scam that has been normalised.” On his official account, Tuberville responded, "Social Security."
Taxes April 9, 2026
GOP Congressman Blames Senate Democrats for 2028 Senior Tax Relief Sunset
U.S. Rep. Derrick Van Orden (R-WI) says Social Security tax reductions for seniors in President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act would have extended long beyond 2028 were it not for Senate Democrats.
Taxes March 30, 2026
House Budget Chairman Says Reconciliation Bill to Target ‘Fraud’ in EITC, Other Means-Tested Programs
House Budget Chairman Jodey C. Arrington (R-TX) outlined an agenda for the bill on March 27, which includes targeting fraud in the earned income tax credit program and finding savings in other means-tested benefit programs.
Taxes March 26, 2026
House Ways and Means Advances Bill to Allow Tax-Free Settlements for Sexual Assault Survivors
U.S. Rep. Lloyd Smucker (R-PA) on Wednesday told the committee his bill would remove the need for sexual assault victims to fight the IRS and "relive the trauma of their case."
Taxes March 23, 2026
New Bill Proposes to Exempt National Guard, Reserve Drill Pay From Federal Income Taxes
National Guard and Reserve members typically train one weekend a month with readiness activities throughout the year and receive pay for their service. A bill introduced in the House would exempt that money from federal income taxes.
Taxes March 18, 2026
$1,020 Payments for Americans, Extra $125 Per Child Proposed by House Democrat After Tariff Ruling
A bill introduced by Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) proposes returning tariff revenue to Americans through direct payments distributed using tax-return data already on file with the IRS.
Taxes March 12, 2026
Democrats Float Tax Relief Plans to Home in on Affordability
Democrats with potential presidential aspirations have unveiled a slew of tax breaks in recent days that emphasize the party’s focus on affordability in hopes of taking back the White House.
Taxes March 9, 2026
Booker to Propose Bill That Would Make First $75K in Earnings Tax Free for Married Couples
Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) plans to propose legislation Tuesday that would increase the standard deduction to $75,000 for married couples filing jointly.
Taxes March 9, 2026
Senators Push Trump for $200B Tax Cut Without Congress; Experts Say It’s Illegal
U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Tim Scott, R-S.C., asked the Treasury Department to cut capital gains taxes on investors—and they claim the move does not need congressional approval.
Taxes March 6, 2026
Senate Democrat’s New Tax Proposal Could Change Paychecks for Millions
Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-MD, has introduced a proposal that would eliminate federal income taxes for workers earning up to $46,000 and married couples earning up to $92,000, meanwhile adding a surtax on taxpayers earning more than $1 million.