Technology

passed · United States · House Jul 13, 2026

HR 915: Small Business Technological Advancement Act

HR 915, the Small Business Technological Act of 2025, expands the use of Small Business Administration (SBA) Section 7(a) loans to cover business software, cloud computing services, and AI-powered tools that handle payroll, HR, sales, billing, accounting, and inventory management. It directly affects small businesses seeking loans for operational technology upgrades, allowing them to use SBA funds for these specific tech services without changing existing loan purposes. The bill amends the Small Business Act to explicitly permit these uses under Section 7(a), clarifying that existing loans for similar purposes before the law's enactment remain valid. It does not expand loan use for research, development, or working capital beyond current definitions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly expands SBA loan funding for business software, cloud computing, and AI tools, directly advancing technology adoption for small businesses.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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signed · United States · Senate Jun 10, 2026

S 2: Secure America Act

The Secure America Act appropriates billions of dollars to U.S. Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement for fiscal year 2026 to expand staffing and operations. These funds are specifically designated for hiring agents to conduct functions other than immigration enforcement and customs duties, as well as for purchasing new technology to combat drug trafficking and improve border surveillance. The legislation includes restrictions that prohibit using the money to recruit processing coordinators after October 2028 and bans the deployment of untested autonomous surveillance towers. A portion of the funding is also set aside to hire investigators and analysts dedicated to identifying and rescuing victims of child sexual exploitation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesThe bill explicitly appropriates billions of dollars to fund Customs and Border Protection operations, directly advancing the budget topic.90% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill funds expanded border enforcement and drug trafficking operations, effectively increasing criminalization and law enforcement capacity without addressing reform or rehabilitation.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill explicitly funds federal immigration enforcement and border surveillance, indicating a stance against limiting immigration restrictions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates funds to purchase new technology for border surveillance and drug trafficking, directly advancing technological capabilities.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

passed · United States · House Feb 25, 2026

HR 4758: Homeowner Energy Freedom Act

Homeowner Energy Freedom Act This bill repeals the Department of Energy's (1) high-efficiency electric home rebate program for certain electrification projects in low- or moderate-income households, (2) state-based home energy efficiency contractor training grants, and (3) assistance for states and local governments to adopt specified building energy codes. It also rescinds any unobligated balances available for the rebates or adopting the building energy codes. (The unobligated balances for the contractor training grants were previously rescinded by the 2025 reconciliation act.)

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals energy efficiency rebates, contractor grants, and building code assistance programs, directly defunding initiatives supporting renewable energy adoption and home energy efficiency.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals energy efficiency rebates, contractor grants, and building code assistance programs that promote environmental protection and reduced emissions.95% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingRepeals energy efficiency rebates and grants for low-income households, defunding programs that support affordable housing affordability and energy costs for vulnerable residents.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill defunds energy efficiency programs that support smart grid technology and electrification infrastructure, limiting technological advancement in home energy systems.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · United States · House Feb 12, 2026

HR 261: Undersea Cable Protection Act of 2025

The Undersea Cable Protection Act of 2025 prohibits the National Marine Sanctuaries Act from requiring additional authorizations for undersea fiber optic cables that already have federal or state permits. It directly affects cable operators who have obtained licenses, leases, or permits from any federal or state agency for cable installation or maintenance in national marine sanctuaries. The bill prevents the Secretary from blocking or demanding new permits for these cables once they have valid existing authorization. This simplifies regulatory processes by eliminating redundant federal oversight for cables already approved by other agencies.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects undersea fiber optic cables which are critical energy infrastructure for data transmission and grid management, reducing regulatory barriers for cable operators.75% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts environmental protections by preventing additional authorizations for undersea cables in marine sanctuaries, potentially weakening conservation requirements.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRemoves regulatory barriers for undersea fiber optic cables, enabling reliable internet infrastructure deployment and maintenance critical to internet access.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · United States · House Nov 18, 2025

HR 2659: Strengthening Cyber Resilience Against State-Sponsored Threats Act

HR 2659 creates a federal task force to address cyber threats from China's state-sponsored actors, specifically targeting groups like Volt Typhoon identified in a 2024 CISA advisory. The task force, led by CISA and FBI directors, coordinates federal agencies responsible for critical infrastructure security to detect and respond to cyberattacks. It must produce annual reports - including classified assessments of infrastructure risks and recommendations - to Congress within 540 days of formation and for five years after. These reports will guide federal efforts to protect critical infrastructure (like energy grids and transportation systems) and inform owners/operators through a public awareness campaign.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes federal task force to enhance cybersecurity against state threats, directly aligning with 'enhances cybersecurity' indicator in support criteria.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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signed · United States · Senate May 19, 2025

S 146: TAKE IT DOWN Act

The TAKE IT DOWN Act requires major social media platforms and websites hosting user-generated content to establish a 48-hour removal process for nonconsensual intimate visual depictions (including deepfakes) upon verified request. It defines "nonconsensual intimate visual depictions" as images or videos of identifiable people shared without consent, with criminal penalties for sharing such content with intent to cause harm. The law exempts law enforcement activities, medical purposes, and content shared for legitimate educational reasons. Platforms must remove these materials quickly but are protected from liability if they act in good faith. This law directly affects social media companies and individuals whose intimate images are shared without consent.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires social media platforms to remove nonconsensual intimate content within 48 hours, strengthening data privacy protections and regulating tech companies for consumer safety.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

passed · United States · House Mar 11, 2025

HR 901: Research Security and Accountability in DHS Act

This bill requires the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to create a new department-wide policy and process to protect sensitive research and development projects from unauthorized access or disclosure during acquisitions. It directly affects DHS research programs by mandating specific security safeguards for their work. Key provisions include requiring DHS to develop this policy within one year, submit a GAO report on compliance with existing national security guidelines (NSPM-33), and provide a congressional briefing on implementing the new security framework. The bill focuses on establishing concrete security protocols for DHS research, not on funding or broader policy changes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates DHS security safeguards for sensitive R&D projects, directly enhancing cybersecurity protocols for research programs per bill's core requirement.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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passed · United States · House Jan 14, 2025

HR 152: Federal Disaster Assistance Coordination Act

HR 152, the Federal Disaster Assistance Coordination Act, requires FEMA to study and streamline how disaster assistance applicants and agencies collect and share information. It directs FEMA to develop plans within two years to simplify paperwork for applicants, reduce duplication in damage assessments, and explore technologies like drones for faster assessments. The bill mandates a public report detailing these plans and findings, including recommendations for agencies like the Small Business Administration and HUD. It directly affects disaster applicants and federal agencies managing relief, aiming to make the process less burdensome and more efficient without creating new funding or benefits. The focus is strictly on procedural improvements to information handling.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly directs FEMA to explore technologies like drones for disaster assessments and streamline information sharing, indicating support for technology adoption in government operations.75% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✓ Supports Technology

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