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119th Congress
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HOUSEH.R. 9501· 119th Congress

IRS Gets New Powers to Tax AI Companies

AI Tax Integrity Act of 2026

Sponsor
Vern Buchanan (R-FL)
Introduced
Jun 29, 2026
Last Action
Jul 1, 2026
Passage
62%
Introduced
Jun 29, 2026
Committee
Jul 1, 2026
3
Floor Vote
4
Both Chambers
5
Enacted
01 — The Text

What.

  • Bill creates tax compliance rules specifically for artificial intelligence companies and AI-generated income.
  • Grants IRS authority to audit and enforce tax obligations on AI-related revenue streams.
  • Exact provisions unclear — detailed summary not yet published by Congressional Research Service.
02 — The Stakes

So what?

  • AI companies face new reporting requirements and potential tax liability on revenue previously in gray area.
  • IRS gains enforcement tools to prevent tax avoidance as AI sector grows rapidly.
  • Debate likely: tech industry says rules are burdensome; tax advocates say closing loopholes is fair.
03 — The Path

Now what?

  • Passed House committee 40-0 on July 1, 2026 — bipartisan support signals momentum toward floor vote.
  • Next step: House floor debate and vote, likely within weeks if leadership prioritizes it.
  • Track progress at Congress.gov; contact your representative to voice support or concerns.
Legislative History

Actions.

  • Jul 1, 2026Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 40 - 0.
  • Jul 1, 2026Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
  • Jun 29, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.
  • Jun 29, 2026Introduced in House
  • Jun 29, 2026Introduced in House