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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5333: Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act

The Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act requires the Secretary of Commerce to develop a comprehensive strategy for promoting global adoption of Wi-Fi and unlicensed wireless technologies, with a specific focus on the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference in Shanghai. This plan must be created in coordination with multiple federal agencies, including the Federal Communications Commission and the Department of State, and must include strategies to counter efforts by foreign adversaries to undermine U.S. technological leadership. The legislation mandates that the government seek public input during the planning process and submit a progress report to Congress within 90 days after the conference concludes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly aims to promote global adoption of Wi-Fi and unlicensed wireless technologies, directly advancing the technology sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5360: Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Act

The Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Act establishes a federal program to provide grants and technical assistance to small electric utilities, including rural cooperatives, municipally owned systems, and smaller investor-owned companies. The program aims to help these entities deploy advanced cybersecurity technologies and participate in threat information sharing networks to better protect against cyberattacks. Funding is prioritized for utilities with limited security resources or those operating critical infrastructure that supports the national power grid. The bill authorizes $250 million in appropriations over five years, from fiscal year 2027 through 2031, and exempts shared cybersecurity information from public disclosure under freedom of information laws.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill funds cybersecurity for electric utilities, directly protecting energy infrastructure and ensuring the resilience of the power grid.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly funds cybersecurity technologies and threat sharing for utilities, directly enhancing digital security infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Cybersecurity Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5252: BLADE Act

The BLADE Act directs the Department of Commerce to identify foreign entities, particularly those from China and Russia, that are conducting unauthorized "model extraction attacks" to steal capabilities from U.S. closed-source artificial intelligence models. The bill requires the government to publish a public list of these attackers and mandates their addition to the Entity List, which restricts their access to certain technologies and exports. Additionally, it authorizes the President to impose financial sanctions on identified individuals and entities, with specific exceptions for humanitarian assistance and national security activities.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill protects U.S. AI intellectual property by identifying and sanctioning foreign entities conducting model extraction attacks, thereby enhancing cybersecurity for digital assets.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5215: Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act

The Cleaner Transportation Access for All Act extends federal tax credits for purchasing clean vehicles and installing charging equipment through 2031, while also allowing a higher credit amount for home charging installations. It establishes a new Joint Office of Energy and Transportation to coordinate federal efforts on electric vehicle infrastructure and creates an Electric Vehicle Commission to study industry needs and safety issues. The legislation authorizes billions in funding to expand charging networks, with specific requirements that states prioritize underserved communities and medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. Additionally, the bill mandates that electric vehicle charging stations be permitted on public curbsides and expands access to high-occupancy vehicle lanes for clean vehicles.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill extends federal tax credits and authorizes billions in funding for clean vehicle infrastructure, directly advancing fiscal support for transportation programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles and charging infrastructure, directly supporting renewable energy and clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles and charging infrastructure, directly promoting clean energy and reducing emissions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds EV infrastructure and creates commissions to study industry needs, advancing clean transportation technology.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill extends tax credits for clean vehicles, funds charging infrastructure, and creates new offices to coordinate transportation efforts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 5224: Runway SAFE-T Act

The Runway SAFE-T Act establishes a task force to study and recommend improvements for driver training programs at airports, ensuring that ground vehicle operators receive consistent and modern safety instruction. Additionally, the bill authorizes federal grants from 2027 to 2031 to help airports purchase advanced technologies, such as sensors and simulation systems, that enhance situational awareness and reduce vehicle-related safety incidents on airport runways and taxiways. These grants are intended to assist airport sponsors in overcoming barriers like cost and workforce availability while prioritizing projects tailored to specific airport layouts and safety needs.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill authorizes federal grants to purchase advanced technologies like sensors and simulation systems to enhance airport safety.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes a task force for driver training and authorizes federal grants to fund advanced safety technologies for airport ground vehicles, directly enhancing transportation safety.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Airports

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 3, 2026

S 5220: Clean Transportation Jobs and Development Act of 2026

The Clean Transportation Jobs and Development Act of 2026 directs the Department of Energy to expand funding and oversight for battery manufacturing, critical mineral processing, and advanced vehicle technologies through 2031. A primary provision increases the authorized budget for battery processing grants to $6 billion for fiscal years 2027 through 2031, while also requiring applicants to include specific workforce safety and fire prevention plans. The bill establishes a new Office of Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation to coordinate supply chain resilience and manages multiple research programs focused on extreme-fast charging, vehicle safety, and heavy-duty commercial vehicle electrification. Additionally, the legislation authorizes over $3 billion in total funding for these research and development activities across five fiscal years to support domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on foreign energy sources.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases authorized budget for battery processing grants to $6 billion, directly advancing state fiscal management and funding for essential programs.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs DOE to expand funding for battery manufacturing and critical minerals, strengthening clean energy infrastructure and reducing fossil fuel dependence.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds battery manufacturing and clean vehicle technologies, directly advancing clean energy and reducing emissions.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates workforce safety and fire prevention plans for grant recipients, directly strengthening workplace safety standards.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds and expands battery manufacturing and advanced vehicle technologies, directly strengthening the technology sector.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly funds battery manufacturing and vehicle technologies to advance clean transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9856: Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act

This bill, titled the Prediction Markets Are Gambling Act, prohibits the listing, clearing, or trading of contracts related to sports events or casino-style games on regulated financial exchanges. It directly affects platforms and entities that currently operate prediction markets by banning them from offering bets on outcomes like professional sports matches or casino games such as roulette and blackjack. The law achieves this by amending the Commodity Exchange Act to explicitly define these activities as prohibited agreements, while also clarifying that state laws regulating such contracts remain unaffected. Essentially, the legislation removes the ability for federally registered markets to facilitate gambling on sports and traditional casino games.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts prediction market platforms by banning specific trading contracts, limiting the scope of digital financial technology and innovation.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 23, 2026

S 5111: Strengthening EFIN Confirmation for User Reliability and Electronic (SECURE) Tax Filing Act

The SECURE Tax Filing Act requires the Treasury Department to validate electronic filing identification numbers before they are used to submit tax returns. This validation system will confirm that an ID is active and that the person using it is authorized to file on behalf of taxpayers. The law mandates that tax preparation software must check this status in real-time before allowing any electronic filing to occur. Additionally, the Treasury must create an implementation plan within 180 days and submit regular reports on the system's performance and security. These changes directly affect tax professionals, software developers, and taxpayers who rely on electronic filing services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens tax filing security and promotes fiscal responsibility by preventing unauthorized filings.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances cybersecurity and protects taxpayer data by mandating real-time validation of electronic filing IDs.85% confidence

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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 21, 2026

HR 9640: Earth MRI Reauthorization Act of 2026

The Earth MRI Reauthorization Act of 2026 extends funding for the Earth Mapping Resources Initiative through fiscal year 2031. This program, managed by the U.S. Geological Survey, will support the collection and analysis of subsurface data using advanced technologies like modern sensing and digital geochemistry to map critical minerals and geothermal resources. The bill also updates the initiative's scope to include the 3D Hydrography Program and allocates $84 million for operations between 2027 and 2031.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly allocates $84 million to extend funding for a critical government program, directly advancing fiscal management and appropriations.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill funds mapping of geothermal resources and critical minerals, advancing energy infrastructure development.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds Earth Mapping Resources Initiative to map critical minerals and geothermal resources, advancing environmental data collection and conservation.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates funding to advance advanced technologies like modern sensing and digital geochemistry for resource mapping.85% confidence

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