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BOOST Act: Universal Adult Payments and New Income Tax.

This act establishes a monthly payment of $250 for eligible U.S. adults aged 19-67 to boost their take-home pay and financial stability. Concurrently, it introduces a new, additional 2.5% tax on adjusted gross income for individuals earning above specific thresholds.
Key points
Eligible adults aged 19-67 may receive $250 per month, regardless of other income or benefits.
These payments will not be taxed or affect eligibility for other federal programs.
Higher earners (above $30,000 for individual filers, $60,000 for joint filers) will pay an additional 2.5% tax on income exceeding these thresholds.
Both payment amounts and tax thresholds will be adjusted annually for inflation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_6236
Sponsor: Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12]
Process start date: 2025-11-20
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

BOOST Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_6236.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-11-20.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Eligible adults aged 19-67 may receive $250 per month, regardless of other income or benefits.
  • These payments will not be taxed or affect eligibility for other federal programs.
  • Higher earners (above $30,000 for individual filers, $60,000 for joint filers) will pay an additional 2.5% tax on income exceeding these thresholds.
  • Both payment amounts and tax thresholds will be adjusted annually for inflation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Tlaib, Rashida [D-MI-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2026-01-13.

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