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HR9821119th CongressWALLET

Shared Values Act

Sponsored By: Representative Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14]

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Summary

Invests in health, workforce, and local food systems. This bill funds nursing and climate programs, strengthens farmers' market grants, and makes a mix of changes from taxes to federal operations across several areas.

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  • Farmers and local food organizers gain stronger grant support. It boosts the Farmers' Markets and Local Food Promotion Program, codifies a 25% matching funds requirement, and requires USDA reports and an Inspector General review to track participation.
  • Health workers and public health programs receive new funding. The bill appropriates $610 million for Nursing Workforce Development in FY2026 and authorizes $110 million annually for a Climate and Health program.
  • Taxpayers see a higher state and local tax deduction cap. The SALT deduction cap increases from $10,000 to $15,000 and is doubled for joint filers for taxable years after 2024.

*This bill increases federal spending, including $610 million in FY2026 for nursing workforce programs and $110 million authorized annually for the Climate and Health program, while also expanding funding for local food grants.*

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

17 provisions identified: 13 benefits, 3 costs, 1 mixed.

Bigger SALT deduction for homeowners

If enacted, the limit on the federal state-and-local tax deduction would rise to $15,000 for single filers and $30,000 for joint filers. The change would apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2024. Homeowners who itemize could deduct more state and local taxes under these new caps.

Annual DNI report on election threats

If enacted, the Director of National Intelligence would submit an annual report to Congress on foreign threats to U.S. elections starting with fiscal year 2027. Each report would be due within 90 days after the end of the fiscal year and would cover physical and cyber threats to election systems.

Cut disposable plastics in national parks

If enacted, the National Park Service would have 180 days to set up a program to reduce or eliminate disposable plastic products in the National Park System. Regional directors would implement the plan for parks in their regions. Park visitors and concessioners could see fewer disposable plastic items sold.

Annual CDC climate and health funding

If enacted, the bill would authorize $110 million to be appropriated each year starting in fiscal year 2026 for a CDC Climate and Health program. The bill would bar the Secretary from reprogramming those funds to other agency programs without notifying Congress.

More funding for nursing training programs

If enacted, the bill would appropriate $610 million for fiscal year 2026 for nursing workforce programs under Title VIII of the Public Health Service Act. The funds would support nursing education, training, and workforce development programs around the country.

Shorter family leave for congressional staff

If enacted, employees covered by the Congressional Accountability Act would become eligible for family and medical leave after 90 days of employment instead of after 12 months or 1,250 hours. The change would take effect upon enactment.

Extend tech partnership program to 2030

If enacted, the Federal and State Technology Partnership Program date in the Small Business Act would be extended to September 30, 2030. The change would be effective upon enactment and keep the program available through that date.

Security guidance and training for infrastructure

If enacted, CISA would create accessible online clearinghouses of voluntary security guidance and publish an annual report on outreach by sector and region. CISA would also start a one-year "Force Multiplier" pilot within one year to train state, local, tribal, and territorial officials on security and terrorism risk assessments, and must report to Congress after the pilot ends.

DOE funding for national lab repairs

If enacted, the Secretary of Energy would fund projects to address deferred maintenance, critical infrastructure needs, and modernization at National Laboratories upon enactment. National Laboratories, their contractors, and host communities could see infrastructure and operations improvements.

Byrne JAG cuts for noncompliant states

If enacted, beginning six months after enactment and each year after, any State that lacks laws substantially similar to 18 U.S.C. 4322 on restraints for pregnant people in prison would have its Edward Byrne Justice Assistance subpart 1 grant reduced by 25 percent for that fiscal year. Funds not allocated because of the reduction would be reallocated to States that are compliant.

More grants for farmers' markets

If enacted, authorized funding for the Farmers' Markets and Local Food Promotion Program would increase to $100 million per year for fiscal years 2019–2026 and then $50 million per year for 2027 onward. Grantees would generally have to provide matching funds equal to 25 percent of the Federal share, but 30 percent of each year's funds would be reserved for priority grants that are exempt from the match. USDA and the Inspector General would be required to report on applications, awards, and effects within three years.

Baby changing tables on Amtrak trains

If enacted, Amtrak-owned passenger trains solicited for purchase after enactment would need a baby changing table in at least one restroom in each car, including ADA-compliant restrooms. Restrooms with a table must have clear signage. The requirement applies to trains solicited for purchase after the date of enactment.

Year-long contraceptive supply for veterans

If enacted, veterans enrolled in the VA annual patient enrollment system who are prescribed contraceptive pills, patches, rings, or similar products would be able to elect a full-year supply at once. VA providers would be required to tell veterans about this option. The change would take effect upon enactment.

House ban on member-staff relationships

If enacted, House Rule XXIII would bar a Member, Delegate, or Resident Commissioner from having a sexual relationship with any House employee they supervise, any employee of a committee on which they serve, or employees of leadership offices they occupy. The rule would not apply to spouses.

State Department aid for LGBTQI+ abroad

If enacted, the Secretary of State would be authorized to provide discretionary assistance overseas to prevent and respond to criminalization, discrimination, and violence against LGBTQI+ people. The authorization would allow the State Department to fund programs and partners abroad to protect LGBTQI+ people.

Limits on student loan promissory notes

If enacted, master promissory notes used for loans under Part D would be renamed "student loan contracts." Those contracts could be used only for loans covering periods of enrollment in the same award year as the initial loans covered by the contract. The rule applies to enrollment periods that begin on or after enactment.

New financial disclosures for contractor owners

If enacted, special Government employees who are owners, controlling shareholders, or chief executive officers of companies that contract with the Federal Government would have to file financial disclosures under the regular public financial disclosure rules. The requirement would take effect upon enactment.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Underwood, Lauren [D-IL-14]

IL • D

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

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