A Republican bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1553)
Introduced, nothing more yet
Formally proposed, and not yet handed to a committee.
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Its path through Congress
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "FIGHTER Act of 2025," aims to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986. It proposes that regular compensation received for active service by members of the Armed Forces should not be subject to income taxes. An exception is made for individuals who served as a Member of Congress within the 10 years prior to receiving the compensation. The bill also directs the Secretary of the Treasury to modify withholding procedures. Finally, it mandates that the Department of Government Efficiency implement cost-saving initiatives to offset the reduction in Federal revenues.
Yes· 3 of 4
- Scored +5
Does this cut taxes for middle-income families?
The bill provides significant tax relief for active service members, a large segment of the middle class.
- Scored +5
Does this reduce what the federal government spends?
The bill specifically directs the Department of Government Efficiency to implement expenditure reductions.
- Scored +4
Does this make the government pay for what it commits to?
By requiring spending cuts to match revenue losses, the bill emphasizes fiscal neutrality.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Tax Relief for Service Members: Under Section 2(a), gross income will not include regular compensation received by individuals for active service as a member of the Armed Forces. This provides a direct financial benefit to those serving in the military.
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Revenue Neutrality through Efficiency: Section 3 requires the Department of Government Efficiency to implement cost-saving initiatives that reduce Federal expenditures by at least the amount of the revenue lost from the tax change, aiming to balance the budget impact.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Restrictions on Former Legislators: According to Section 2(b), the tax exclusion does not apply if the individual served as a Member of Congress (including a Senator, Representative, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner) at any time during the 10-year period ending on the date they received the compensation. This creates a specific exclusion for certain individuals.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill specifically directs the Department of Government Efficiency to implement expenditure reductions. Does this cut taxes for middle-income families? — The bill provides significant tax relief for active service members, a large segment of the middle class. Does this make the government pay for what it commits to? — By requiring spending cuts to match revenue losses, the bill emphasizes fiscal neutrality. Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — The bill mandates cost-saving initiatives to offset the revenue loss, which helps maintain fiscal stability.
- 4/9/2025
- Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR H1553)
- 4/7/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
- Introduced in House