To amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to establish a tax credit for grocery stores located in food deserts.
Bill Summary
Establishes a tax credit for grocery stores that operate in areas with limited access to healthy food, known as food deserts. This tax credit aims to support grocery stores in these areas.
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Bill Journey
- Jun 18, 2026
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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
The bill affects grocery stores located in food deserts, providing them with a tax credit to help support their operations. It also indirectly affects residents of these areas, who may have improved access to healthy food options as a result of the tax credit incentivizing grocery stores to operate there.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
Documents
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Bill Details
- Economy
- Food
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