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BillHR 7806 · 119

Direct File Act of 2026

Introduced
Mar 4, 2026
Cosponsors
123
Traction
0
Last Action
Mar 4, 2026

Bill Summary

Requires the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to directly file tax returns for eligible individuals, simplifying the tax filing process. Funds would be allocated to support this new system.

Sponsored By

Brad Sherman
Democrat · California · House

Bill Journey

  1. Mar 4, 2026
  3. Mar 4, 2026You Are Here

    The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.

  4. TBD

    The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.

  5. TBD

    If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.

  6. TBD

    If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.

Why It Matters

This bill affects low-to-moderate income taxpayers, potentially reducing their tax preparation costs and increasing their refund accuracy. It may also impact tax preparation businesses and the IRS, as they adapt to the new direct filing system.

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
120backers
  • Democratic120
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

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Cosponsors (123)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeCommittee on Ways and Means
IntroducedMar 4, 2026
Last UpdatedMar 4, 2026
Latest ActionReferred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
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.