Technology

in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5171: Children's Artificial Intelligence Toy Safety Act of 2026

The Children's Artificial Intelligence Toy Safety Act of 2026 directs the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to conduct a comprehensive study on the safety, educational impact, and marketing ethics of AI-enabled toys for children under 14. This study will specifically examine risks of physical and psychological harm, the effectiveness of parental controls, and whether a temporary sales ban is necessary. Following the study, the Federal Trade Commission and the Consumer Product Safety Commission must create a joint action plan within two years that includes recommendations for new regulations, disclosure requirements, and public education initiatives. The bill defines AI-enabled toys as products capable of two-way interaction and applies these rules to developers and manufacturers of such items.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates safety studies and potential regulations for AI toys to protect children from harm, aligning with consumer protection and digital safety indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Aug 4, 2026

HR 10040: No TSA Data for ICE Act

This bill, titled the No TSA Data for ICE Act, prohibits the Transportation Security Administration from sharing passenger data with U.S. Customs and Border Protection or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. It specifically bars these agencies from using TSA information or data from private brokers to perform immigration enforcement functions. Additionally, the legislation prevents the denial, suspension, or early termination of Trusted Traveler programs like PreCheck and Global Entry if an individual's participation in First Amendment-protected activities is the reason. The law defines the restricted data as personally identifiable information about flight passengers obtained from the TSA or private sector entities.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts federal immigration enforcement access to TSA data, limiting cooperation and protecting immigrant privacy.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects passenger data privacy by prohibiting TSA from sharing data with immigration agencies, aligning with digital rights and privacy indicators.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Border Security Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5211: A bill to require the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to submit a strategy for cyber cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region, and for other purposes.

This bill requires the Under Secretary of Defense for Policy and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff to create a strategy for improving cyber cooperation with allies and partners in the Indo-Pacific region. The document must outline current and future needs for defensive and offensive cyber operations, information sharing, and workforce development through 2040, while also assessing existing agreements and capability gaps among partner nations. Additionally, the law mandates a funding plan and a progress report to Congress by March 2028 to track the implementation of these efforts.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates a strategy to enhance cyber cooperation, defensive/offensive operations, and workforce development, directly strengthening cybersecurity capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9799: Online Sellers’ Bill of Rights Act of 2026

The Online Sellers' Bill of Rights Act of 2026 aims to protect third-party businesses using major online marketplaces by requiring these platforms to provide greater transparency and due process. Under the bill, the Federal Trade Commission must create rules that limit how long platforms can hold inventory or freeze funds, mandate written notice within 72 hours for any restrictions, and ensure sellers receive at least 30 days' warning before significant policy changes. The law also establishes a presumption of innocence, placing the burden of proof on the platform to demonstrate a violation rather than on the seller, and allows for specific appeals processes. Enforcement is handled through the FTC, which can pursue violations as unfair competition, while state attorneys general and individual sellers retain the right to file civil lawsuits for damages.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects digital rights by ensuring transparency and due process for online sellers against major platforms.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9814: 988 Lifeline Location Improvement Act of 2026

The 988 Lifeline Location Improvement Act of 2026 directs the Federal Communications Commission to study how to require callers to the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline to send their precise location information to emergency responders. This requirement would primarily affect telecommunications companies, 911 service providers, and crisis centers that currently handle calls from users who may not be able to verbally state their address. The bill also asks the Government Accountability Office to produce a report on the legal, technical, and financial challenges of implementing such a system, including considerations for privacy and accessibility for users with hearing loss. By mandating these studies, the legislation aims to gather necessary data before deciding on a policy to ensure callers can be routed to local help more effectively.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill improves emergency response for mental health crises by enabling precise location tracking, enhancing patient access to care.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates precise location data transmission to emergency responders, enhancing public safety and crisis response capabilities through improved technology integration.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications Tags Public Safety

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9914: Collaboration on Adversarial Threats and Security Risks Act

This bill creates a legal exemption from antitrust laws for companies and organizations that share information or coordinate actions to protect against security risks posed by artificial intelligence. Specifically, it allows these entities to exchange data or agree to temporarily delay the release or deployment of AI systems if they believe such steps are necessary to prevent threats like weaponization, attacks on critical infrastructure, or unauthorized access. To qualify for this protection, the organizations must act in good faith, use the shared information solely for security purposes, and submit a written notice to the Department of Justice before implementing any coordinated delays. The law also ensures that details submitted to the government remain confidential and allows the Attorney General to seek court orders against companies that fail to prove their actions were legitimate security measures.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly enhances cybersecurity by creating antitrust exemptions for AI threat mitigation and coordinating security responses.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9797: RESILIENCE Act of 2026

The RESILIENCE Act of 2026 directs the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency to launch a one-year pilot program that trains local government officials on assessing security risks at critical infrastructure facilities. The bill also requires the agency to create clearinghouses where owners and operators of critical infrastructure can access security guidance and best practices developed by the agency or trusted sources. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the agency produce annual public reports detailing its outreach efforts to these infrastructure owners across various regions and sectors. The act clarifies that these new requirements do not exempt the agency from existing federal civil rights laws.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill strengthens critical energy infrastructure security, protecting utility operations and consumers from cyber threats.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances cybersecurity by training officials and providing security guidance for critical infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9736: Stop CHEATERS Act

The Stop CHEATERS Act directs the Internal Revenue Service to increase its enforcement efforts against high-income individuals and large corporations by allocating billions of dollars in additional funding for tax audits, criminal investigations, and taxpayer services through fiscal year 2031. A significant portion of this funding is designated for modernizing the IRS's technology and business systems to improve its ability to detect fraud and noncompliance. The legislation also requires the IRS Commissioner to submit regular reports to Congress detailing plans to shift auditing resources toward wealthy taxpayers and analyzing how much unpaid tax is owed by different income groups.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates billions for IRS enforcement and modernization to combat tax fraud and noncompliance, strengthening fiscal management.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates funding to modernize IRS technology and systems to improve fraud detection capabilities.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Audits & Accountability

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in committee · United States · House Jul 16, 2026

HR 9740: Critical Materials Processing Technology Testbed Act

This bill directs the Department of Energy to create a competitive facility called the Critical Materials Processing Technology Testbed to develop and test new methods for processing essential raw materials. The Testbed will focus on improving technologies to reduce energy use, water consumption, pollution, and costs while enhancing worker safety and waste management. Funding of $150 million for 2027 and $25 million annually through 2031 is authorized to support the facility, which may be located at one or more sites involving national laboratories, universities, and private companies. The program includes requirements to transfer research results to industry and ensure that intellectual property remains within the United States.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs DOE to create a facility improving energy efficiency and reducing energy use in critical materials processing.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly aims to reduce pollution, energy use, and water consumption while enhancing waste management and worker safety.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly aims to enhance worker safety and improve waste management in critical materials processing.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds a DOE testbed to develop and test new processing technologies, directly advancing tech innovation and efficiency.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Waste Management

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 13, 2026

S 4950: ITS Codification Act

The Institute for Telecommunication Sciences Codification Act formally establishes the Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS) as a test center within the National Telecommunications and Information Administration. This new entity will serve as a laboratory for the executive branch to study radio frequency emissions, analyze spectrum sharing between federal and non-federal users, and test technologies that enhance electromagnetic spectrum access. Additionally, the bill requires the ITS to launch an initiative focused on developing emergency communication and tracking technologies for locating individuals in confined or shielded environments where standard radio signals fail. To support this goal, the institute will collaborate with private sector partners and other federal agencies to assess needs and create technical standards, with a requirement to submit a progress report to Congress within 18 months of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a test center to study radio frequency emissions and enhance electromagnetic spectrum access, directly advancing technology infrastructure and testing capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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