Bills · HR 7705
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7705Native Americans
Tribal Tax and Investment Reform Act of 2026
INTRO FEB 25· LAST ACTION FEB 25
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it seeks to address long-standing economic disparities and infrastructure gaps in Native American communities by leveling the playing field with state governments regarding federal tax laws. If passed, tribal governments could more easily fund essential projects like roads, schools, hospitals, and other public services using tax-exempt bonds, which are a common financing tool for states and cities.
This could lead to significant economic growth, job creation, and improved quality of life on reservations and other tribal lands. Without this bill, tribal governments would continue to face unique disadvantages in accessing capital and attracting investment compared to state governments, potentially hindering their self-governance and ability to provide for their communities.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Removes the requirement that tribal government activities must meet an "essential governmental function" test to qualify for certain federal tax benefits, such as those related to bonds.
This provision simplifies the process for tribal governments to receive federal tax benefits, putting them on par with state governments.
PROVISION 02
Establishes a national annual cap of $400 million for tax-exempt bonds that Indian Tribal Governments can issue starting in 2027, with the Treasury Secretary allocating these bonds.
This allows tribal governments to finance public projects and infrastructure at lower costs, similar to state and local governments.
PROVISION 03
Prevents the proceeds from these tax-exempt bonds from being used to finance Class II or Class III gaming facilities.
This ensures that the tax benefits are directed towards essential governmental and community development projects rather than commercial gambling enterprises.
PROVISION 04
Allows Indian areas to qualify for the New Markets Tax Credit and creates a new Indian employment tax credit.
These tax credits aim to incentivize private investment and job creation in economically distressed tribal communities.
PROVISION 05
Treats pension and employee benefit plans maintained by Tribal Governments, and Tribal foundations and charities, in the same manner as those maintained by State governments.
This provides parity in how tribal entities can manage employee benefits and charitable giving, aligning them with other governmental bodies.
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YRS IN OFFICE
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSFEB 25
Introduced in House
FEB 25
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Education and Workforce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 7705
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedFeb 25, 2026
Last actionFeb 25, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · WAYS AND MEANS COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2026
House BillHR 7705Native Americans
Tribal Tax and Investment Reform Act of 2026
INTRODUCED FEB 25, 2026· LAST ACTION FEB 25, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
33 min
COSPONSORS
14
COMPLEXITY
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