The paragraph under each bill and the scores beside it were written by an AI model from the bill's text; the rest is the record.
▶In committee21 billsIntroduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
What happens next: The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means · Sep 2
This bill amends the Social Security Act to change how benefits are calculated for widows and widowers in two-income households.
Yes· 2 of 13
Would retired people be better off under this?+8Improves the financial security of retired surviving spouses.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+8Directly increases the potential Social Security benefits for surviving spouses who are retirees.
The opposite· 2 of 3
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-3The bill expands benefit calculations for survivors, leading to higher government expenditures.
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?-2Increasing entitlements without a specified funding source generally decreases fiscal responsibility.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Energy and Commerce · Jul 13
H. Res. 1427 is a resolution that expresses support for naming July 10th as Journeyman Lineworkers Recognition Day.
Yes
Would union members be better off under this?+5The bill recognizes the first president of the IBEW and honors a profession heavily represented by union workers.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, 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 · Jun 11
This bill aims to improve retirement security for U.S. families. It changes how taxable wages and self-employment income above the contribution and benefit base are determined starting after 2027.
Yes· 2 of 20
Would retired people be better off under this?+9Directly improves benefit amounts, cost-of-living adjustments, and survivor benefits.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+9Directly increases primary insurance amounts and tailors COLA to elderly expenditure patterns.
The opposite· 2 of 6
Would billionaires be better off under this?-5Higher earners face new taxes on income previously exempt from Social Security taxes.
Would people with substantial wealth be better off under this?-5Higher earners face new taxes on income previously exempt from Social Security taxes.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means · May 21
This bill amends the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to provide bonus depreciation for long-term residential rental housing.
Yes· 2 of 15
Does this make housing cost less?+6The bill provides higher depreciation deductions specifically targeted at projects meeting affordable housing requirements, encouraging development in this sector.
Would business owners be better off under this?+5Real estate investors and business owners engaged in residential rental property benefit directly from bonus depreciation deductions.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means · Apr 30
This bill aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to address pollution from perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances.
Yes· 2 of 13
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+8The bill funds the removal of hazardous PFAS chemicals from public water systems through a new tax credit.
Does this raise the taxes companies pay?+6The bill imposes a 45 percent excise tax on the sale or use of PFAS substances by manufacturers and importers.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-5Manufacturers and importers of PFAS will face a new 45 percent excise tax on their products.
Is this likely to grow the economy?-2The new excise tax on chemical production and imports may impose additional costs on industrial sectors.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means · Mar 19
This bill proposes to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to create a new "Child Care Supply Credit." The credit is designed for employers who increase the wages paid to qualified child care workers.
Yes· 2 of 22
Would hourly workers be better off under this?+5The bill provides a tax credit to employers who increase the average hourly wages paid to child care workers.
Does this make it easier to run a small business?+4Small business child care providers benefit directly from tax credits offsetting increased wage expenses.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — 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 · Mar 17
This bill, known as the Hospice Care Accountability, Reform, and Enforcement Act of 2026, aims to ensure the integrity of hospice care furnished under the Medicare program.
Yes· 2 of 10
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6The bill mandates the public publication of hospice ownership and managing control information.
Would people over 65 be better off under this?+5The bill enhances protections for Medicare beneficiaries receiving hospice care through increased transparency and oversight.
The opposite
Would business owners be better off under this?-6The bill imposes a five-year moratorium on new hospice program enrollments and increased regulatory burdens.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means · Mar 4
This bill aims to reauthorize and update various trade adjustment assistance programs. This legislation updates eligibility requirements for workers, firms, and agricultural commodity producers.
Yes
Would hourly workers be better off under this?+2The bill increases allowances for job search, relocation, and dependent care for workers facing trade-related displacement.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on Foreign Affairs, and Rules, 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 · Feb 12
This bill stops the President from putting on new tariffs or duties, or lowering import quotas, on items coming from a NATO ally unless Congress passes a special joint resolution of approval.
Yes· 2 of 10
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+7The bill reinforces the importance of the NATO alliance and stability among member nations by safeguarding trade relations.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6The bill enhances congressional oversight and accountability by requiring legislative approval for specific executive tariff actions.
Now: handed to a committee to examine — Committee on Education and Workforce · Feb 2
This joint resolution expresses support for designating the week of February 2, 2026, through February 6, 2026, as "National School Counseling Week."
Yes· 2 of 6
Would students be better off under this?+2The resolution promotes the recognition of essential support services provided by school counselors for student success and well-being.
Would children be better off under this?+1The resolution recognizes school counselors' vital role in supporting the academic, social-emotional, and career development of students.
