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31/08/2026

Sell or remortgage your home in London, Paris or Berlin and the IRS can tax you on a profit you never made.

You bought in local currency. You sold in local currency. If the dollar moved in between, the code can treat that swing as a capital gain. A phantom gain. Real bill, imaginary money.

The fix was Section 203 of the TAS Act. The Senate Finance Committee stripped it out on July 30.

What survived still matters. Americans abroad would get 120 days to respond before the IRS issues late-filing penalties on FATCA and foreign trust forms, and Treasury would gain the authority to fix the March 15 filing deadline that catches so many people out.

The bill cleared committee 26 to 1. It is the furthest any tax bill written specifically for Americans abroad has ever advanced in Congress. Not this session. Ever.

It dies on January 3rd if the full Senate and House do not act.
Call your senators and your representative.

https://www.democratsabroad.org/tas_act_update_20260831

Democrats Abroad strives to provide Americans abroad a Democratic voice in our government and elect Democratic candidates by mobilizing the overseas vote.

27/08/2026

A global icon, a fierce advocate and the undisputed Queen of Country.

For seven extraordinary decades, Dolly Parton captured the hearts of generations with a voice and spirit like no other. A prolific songwriter, Oscar-nominated actor, and a towering 11-time Grammy winner out of 54 nominations, she didn't just top the chart: she rewrote the rules of the industry. Her staggering legacy includes over 300 million free books mailed to children in need worldwide through her Imagination Library, transforming literacy for millions around the world.

Long before marriage equality was the law of the land, she stood as an unflinching, vocal ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, driven by a boundless empathy that refused to judge.

Brilliant, deeply warm, and armed with a razor-sharp wit, Dolly was a once-in-a-lifetime light who loved the world fiercely and left it immeasurably better than she found it.

We will always love you, Dolly. 💖

20/08/2026

If you've ever doubted your ballot matters as an American living abroad, look at the Senate map right now. As the last primary challengers lock in before September, the five closest races in the country have all tightened in recent months, and not all in the same direction. Here's where they stand:

Alaska: the single closest Senate race in the country. Democrat Mary Peltola's lead over Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan has shrunk from 4.8 points in March to just 0.4 in the latest average. This could be the race that decides which party controls the Senate.

Maine: Democrat Troy Jackson now leads Sen. Susan Collins in three separate polls (48-46, a +2.3 average, and 49-46), a real shift against a four-term incumbent who's usually resilient.

Texas: a dead heat. Republican Ken Paxton 47%, Democrat James Talarico 46%. The race moved from "Likely Republican" to a literal tie in about a month.

Iowa: still Republican-favored but closing fast. Ashley Hinson's lead over Josh Turek is down to 3 points, and the race rating moved from Lean R to Tilt R.

Michigan: Republican Mike Rogers leads Abdul El-Sayed by 4 points in the first poll since El-Sayed's primary win, a seat Democrats need to hold, now a real fight.

Every one of these is close enough for overseas ballots to matter, in both directions. Request yours now, one request at VoteFromAbroad.org covers every 2026 race, including November 3.

https://www.votefromabroad.org/

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11/08/2026

CA voters abroad from U.S. House District 14! You have a Special Election on August 18th!

Return your ballot by fax by August 18, 8pm. Act now! For details, https://voteabroad.org

04/08/2026

"The stakes are high, and it’s more important than ever before that we register to vote and turn out in every election.” - James Talarico

To ensure that you are voting in every election you’re able, head to VoteFromAbroad.org to register and receive your ballot. Primaries are happening NOW!
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27/07/2026

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24/07/2026

Primary elections are happening NOW! Make sure your voice is heard. August primaries are underway!

Go to VotefromAbroad.org for all the information you need to request your ballot! And when you send in your ballot request, you'll receive a ballot for ALL elections in 2026, including the Nov 3 General election. Don't wait!

23/07/2026

GA voters abroad from U.S. House District 13! You have a Special Election on July 28th to replace the late Rep. David Scott!

Mail back your ballot – postmarked by July 28 and received by July 31. Act now! For details, https://voteabroad.org.

16/07/2026

Disability Pride Month is observed every July to celebrate disability identity and community, mark the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (on July 26), and push for full inclusion in everyday life.

You can celebrate Disability Pride Month wherever you are in the world by learning disability history, supporting disability-led efforts, attending local events, and taking action for access and inclusion in your community.

13/07/2026

GA voters abroad from U.S. House District 13! You have a Special Election on July 28th to replace the late Rep. David Scott!

Request your ballot by July 17. Mail back your ballot – postmarked by July 28 and received by July 31. Act now! For details, https://voteabroad.org