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BillHR 8538 · 119

Save America’s Family Forests Act of 2026

Introduced
Apr 28, 2026
Cosponsors
8
Traction
0
Last Action
Apr 28, 2026

Bill Summary

Allows companies to immediately deduct certain reforestation costs from their taxes, rather than spreading the costs out over time. This applies to specific expenses related to replanting trees.

Sponsored By

Earl L. "Buddy" Carter
Republican · Georgia · House

Bill Journey

  1. Apr 28, 2026
  3. Apr 28, 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 companies and individuals involved in reforestation efforts, potentially reducing their tax liability. It may also impact the forestry industry and landowners who invest in reforestation projects.

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
8backers
  • Democratic2
  • Republican6
Cross-party cosponsors2 · 29%

Documents

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Cosponsors (8)

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
CommitteeWays and Means Committee
IntroducedApr 28, 2026
Last UpdatedApr 28, 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.