Bill · H.R. 8214· House(119-HR-8214)
W.A.R. Act Wartime Anti-Profiteering and Relief Act
- Introduced
- 4/9/2026
- Last activity
- 4/9/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
- Sponsored by
- Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The W.A.R. Act aims to provide emergency relief to middle-income Americans due to rising costs caused by the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict. It establishes a refundable tax credit to offset increased expenses for commuting, groceries, and utilities. Additionally, the bill seeks to prevent war profiteering by prohibiting certain entities from selling goods at grossly excessive prices. It grants the Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice authority to enforce these anti-price gouging rules. These relief measures and enforcement powers are designed to last only for the duration of the conflict and its immediate aftermath.
Yes· 3 of 6
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+8
The bill empowers the FTC and DOJ to prevent and prosecute price gouging on essential goods.
Would middle-income households be better off under this?+8
The bill provides direct financial relief via a refundable tax credit specifically for households in the middle-income bracket.
Does this cut taxes for middle-income families?+7
The bill provides a refundable tax credit specifically for middle-income households to offset increased living costs.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-5
The bill imposes new price gouging restrictions and enforcement actions on entities selling essential goods.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Financial Relief for Middle-Class Households: The bill provides a refundable tax credit to individuals with household incomes between $80,000 and $160,000 to help offset increased costs for groceries, commuting, and utilities (Section 101).
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Protection Against Unfair Pricing: The Act prohibits "covered entities" from selling goods, such as motor fuel, home heating, and essential consumer staples, at prices that are grossly excessive compared to the 60-day average preceding the bill's enactment (Section 201).
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Enforcement of Consumer Rights: The Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice are authorized to take action to stop price gouging, which includes seeking restitution for affected consumers (Section 202).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Temporary Nature of Relief: The tax credits and anti-price gouging protections are subject to a sunset provision, meaning they will terminate at the end of the designated war energy emergency period (Section 204).
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Strict Eligibility Requirements: To receive the inflation credit, a household must fall within the specific income bracket of $80,000 to $160,000 and must not be a nonresident alien (Section 101).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+8Reduces Middle Class Taxes+7Reduces Inflation+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Middle Class Households+8Good For Low Income Households+2Good For Business Owners-5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Reduces Gas Prices+4
- 4/9/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, 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.
- Introduced in House