BillHR 7619 · 119

Keep Jobs in California Act of 2026

Introduced

Feb 20, 2026

Cosponsors

Traction

Last Action

Feb 20, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires companies to pay a higher tax rate if they move jobs out of California to another state or country. Funds raised from this tax are used to support businesses that keep jobs in California.

Bill Journey

Feb 20, 2026
Feb 20, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects California businesses that outsource jobs, as they will face higher tax rates, and California workers, who may see more job opportunities as companies are incentivized to keep jobs in the state.

Impact Areas

Sample

Addresses Supply

Targets an underlying shortage driving costs.

Supports Families

Aimed at easing pressure on working households.

Long-term Impact

Effects compound across multiple budget cycles.

Expands Access

Lowers barriers for first-time participants.

Support & Opposition

Sponsor & cosponsor support by party

Independent / other1

Documents

Full Bill Text
H.R. 7619 · congress.gov

Full text opens on congress.gov, the official source.

Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal

Primary TopicMoney & Economy

CommitteeCommittee on the Judiciary

IntroducedFeb 20, 2026

Last UpdatedFeb 20, 2026

Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Subjects

Economy

Summary and impact analysis written by Judy (KnowGov's enrichment AI). Bill metadata, status, sponsor, and any floor votes from Prism. Sections marked “Sample” are placeholders not yet connected to live data.