Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act of 2026

House Bill

H.R. 5398

119th Congress

Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act of 2026

In Committee

Introduced:Sep 30, 2025

Primary Sponsor

Earl L. Carter

Representative

Republican

GA-1

Cosponsors

1

Quick Stats

Policy Area

Commerce

Summary

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study the impact of technology startups on the U.S. economy. It will involve looking at locations dedicated to growing startups, identifying federal agencies involved, and assessing risks and trends in startup-related markets and supply chains. The goal is to provide recommendations to Congress on how to support the creation and growth of technology startups in the United States.

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Ordered to be Reported by the Yeas and Nays: 46 - 0.

SponsorEarl L. Carter (R-GA)

Introduced9/30/2025

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Appropriations.

ChamberHouse

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Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act of 2026

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study the impact of technology startups on the U.S. economy. It will involve looking at locations dedicated to growing startups, identifying federal agencies involved, and assessing risks and trends in startup-r

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This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study the impact of technology startups on the U.S. economy. It will involve looking at locations dedicated to growing startups, identifying federal agencies involved, and assessing risks and trends in startup-related markets and supply chains. The goal is to provide recommendations to Congress on how to support the creation and growth of technology startups in the United States.

Bill Number: 5398
Sponsor: Earl L. Carter (R-GA)
Introduced: 9/30/2025
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
Policy Area: Commerce

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Title: Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act of 2026
Bill Number: 5398
Sponsor: Earl L. Carter (R-GA)
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Appropriations.
Introduced: 9/30/2025
Summary: This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study the impact of technology startups on the U.S. economy. It will involve looking at locations dedicated to growing startups, identifying federal agencies involved, and assessing risks and trends in startup-related markets and supply chains. The go

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study the impact of technology startups on the U.S. economy. It will involve looking at locations dedicated to growing startups, identifying federal agencies involved, and assessing risks and trends in startup-related markets and supply chains. The goal is to provide recommendations to Congress on how to support the creation and growth of technology startups in the United States.

Last updated: 12/29/2025

Official Summary

Congressional Research Service summary

Advancing Tech Startups Act This bill requires the Department of Commerce to study and report on the impact of technology startup companies on the U.S. economy. Such study shall involve, among other things, (1) describing the activities of identified locations that are dedicated to the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies; (2) establishing a list of federal agencies asserting jurisdiction over entities and industry sectors dedicated to technology startup companies; and (3) assessing risks and trends in relevant marketplaces and supply chains that impact technology startup companies in the United States. Commerce must report to Congress the results of such study and any recommendations to promote the creation, development, and growth of technology startup companies.

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

Directs the Department of Commerce to study the economic impact of technology startups in the U.S.
Requires the report to cover the activities of startup hubs, federal agencies involved, and risks/trends in startup-related industries.
Aims to provide recommendations to Congress on promoting the development and growth of technology startups.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

If passed, this bill would affect technology startups, entrepreneurs, and policymakers. It could lead to new initiatives or policies to support the startup ecosystem and foster innovation and economic growth. The report's findings could inform future legislation and government programs focused on the technology sector.

Policy Areas

Primary Policy Area

Commerce

Related Subjects

Congressional oversight

Government studies and investigations

Homeland security

Intergovernmental relations

Public-private cooperation

Retail and wholesale trades

Small business

Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

5398, 119th Congress (2025). "Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act of 2026". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/118-hr-5398

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