Taxes March 9, 2026
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
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.
Small Business February 20, 2026
Even though tariffs are a centerpiece in the president’s economic agenda, the Republican-controlled Congress likely cannot pass trade legislation without Democratic support.
Taxes February 12, 2026
The Senate passed a joint resolution on Thursday blocking changes to the District of Columbia’s tax code, which will now head to President Donald Trump’s desk.
Taxes February 12, 2026
Oregon Democratic Sen. Ron Wyden introduced a bill Feb. 10 to block the president from receiving any payout, by levying a 100% tax on it. The legislation is unlikely to move given Republicans’ majority in the Senate.
Taxes January 12, 2026
Sen. Bernie Moreno, R-Ohio, is one of approximately a dozen senators who're participating in talks to extend Obamacare credits that lapsed on Jan. 1, according to Politico.
Taxes November 19, 2025
During a Senate Finance Committee hearing on health care affordability on Nov. 19, members found no middle ground on how to lower costs for those relying on expiring tax credits.
Payroll November 14, 2025
Two hundred dollars a month more for Social Security and veterans’ benefit recipients from January to July? Democrats are pushing the idea, but fiscal watchdogs are not enthusiastic.
General News November 9, 2025
A group of Senate Democrats is leaning toward voting to advance the package provided final details can be worked out, including provisions protecting government workers from layoffs, a person familiar with the bipartisan talks said.
Advisory October 14, 2025
Failures have resulted in the erroneous loss of health coverage and other vital safety-net benefits for low-income people. Malfunctions in those systems can cost millions and take years to fix.
Taxes September 19, 2025
The Senate shot down dueling versions of a short-term funding patch on Sept. 19 before leaving town for a weeklong recess without a plan in place to avoid a partial government shutdown next month.
Taxes August 5, 2025
The Republican Texas senator has joined with Nevada Democrats on legislation to restore the full deductibility of losses, saying it’s a matter of basic fairness for professional players who depend on their winnings to pay their bills.