Bills · HR 7071
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 7071Health
Healthcare Reinvestment Act
INTRO JAN 14· LAST ACTION JAN 15
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it represents a significant shift in federal spending priorities, moving funds from immigration enforcement to making healthcare more affordable. For many Americans, the cost of health insurance is a major financial burden, and extending tax credits could directly ease this stress, helping them maintain health coverage and access necessary medical care. If this bill becomes law, more people might find it easier to afford health insurance, potentially expanding healthcare access and reducing financial strain on families.
Conversely, if the bill does not pass, the specific funding increases for ICE would remain in place, and the extension of healthcare tax credits through this mechanism would not occur. This means some individuals might not receive continued financial assistance for their insurance premiums. The outcome of this bill would directly impact both the resources available for immigration enforcement and the affordability of health insurance for a notable segment of the population.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Repeals specific funding increases for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) that were provided under Public Law 119-21.
This diverts resources from immigration enforcement, reflecting a change in government spending priorities regarding these operations.
PROVISION 02
Rescinds (cancels) the actual amounts of money that were appropriated for the repealed ICE funding increases.
This is the crucial step that legally frees up the specific federal funds to be used for a different purpose.
PROVISION 03
Reallocates the rescinded funds to the Secretary of the Treasury to extend certain health insurance premium tax credits (specifically under Section 36B of the Internal Revenue Code).
This directly aims to make health insurance more affordable for eligible individuals and families purchasing plans through the marketplace.
PROVISION 04
Requires the Secretary of the Treasury to issue an annual public report on how the reallocated funds are used, including how many individuals retained eligibility for the tax credits.
This ensures public accountability and provides data on the bill's real-world impact on healthcare affordability.
PROVISION 05
Mandates annual audits by the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration to oversee the use of these reallocated funds.
This provides an independent check on the proper and efficient management of taxpayer money for the specified purpose.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 9
D· Massachusetts
YRS IN OFFICE
11
BILLS LED
22
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 0%
DEM 9 REP 0 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
4 EVENTSJAN 15
Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.
JAN 14
Introduced in House
JAN 14
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Homeland Security, 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.
JAN 14
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committees on the Judiciary, and Homeland Security, 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 7071
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedJan 14, 2026
Last actionJan 15, 2026
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · HOMELAND SECURITY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED JAN 14, 2026
House BillHR 7071Health
Healthcare Reinvestment Act
INTRODUCED JAN 14, 2026· LAST ACTION JAN 15, 2026
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
2 min
COSPONSORS
9
COMPLEXITY
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