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BillHR 8864 · 119

LIFT Act

Introduced
May 15, 2026
Cosponsors
0
Traction
0
Last Action
May 15, 2026

Bill Summary

Reduces taxes for certain low-income and middle-class families by expanding tax credits. Expands the Earned Income Tax Credit and Child Tax Credit to help working individuals and families.

Sponsored By

Terri A. Sewell
Democrat · Alabama · House

Bill Journey

  1. May 15, 2026
  2. May 15, 2026You Are Here

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

  3. TBD

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

  4. TBD

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

  5. 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-income and middle-class working families, potentially increasing their take-home pay and reducing their tax burden. It may also impact individuals with children, as it expands the Child Tax Credit to provide more financial support.

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
1backer
  • Democratic1
Cross-party cosponsors0 · 0%

Documents

1

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Bill Details

Bill TypeHouse Bill · Federal
Primary TopicMoney & Economy
IntroducedMay 15, 2026
Last UpdatedMay 15, 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.