Technology

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 25, 2025

S 2159: Tech Safety for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Act

This bill establishes a 5-year pilot program to address technological abuse against victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. It authorizes the Director of the Office on Violence Against Women to award up to 15 grants (max $2 million each) to "eligible consortia" - partnerships between tech-focused institutions (like universities or private tech groups) and domestic violence/sexual assault centers - to provide tech devices for victims and develop safety tools. A separate $20 million grant program funds nonprofits and schools to create training curricula for organizations supporting victims. The bill directly affects victims experiencing digital stalking or harassment and the service providers who assist them, with both programs requiring congressional review after completion.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds tech devices/safety tools for victims via grants to tech-domestic violence partnerships, enhancing digital safety through tech solutions95% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety

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in committee · United States · House Jan 20, 2026

HR 7158: Expanding AI Voices Act

This bill creates a new grant program to increase U.S. artificial intelligence research capacity by funding specific institutions. It provides competitive funding to institutions not in the top 100 for federal research spending, historically Black colleges, minority-serving institutions, Tribal Colleges, or consortia of these entities. Funds can be used for AI research programs, faculty development, student bridge programs, research resources, and integrating ethical AI practices. The program aims to broaden participation in AI from underserved communities and avoid duplicating existing federal AI initiatives.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationFunds AI research programs at HBCUs, MSIs, and Tribal Colleges through competitive grants, supporting higher education access and faculty/student development per bill's purpose.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds AI research at underfunded institutions, promotes ethical AI development, and expands research capacity through competitive grants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Aug 5, 2025

HR 4906: USA Act

This bill amends a section of the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to direct federal agencies to prioritize specific principles in international standards development. It requires the Director (likely of NIST) to advance openness, transparency, and consensus, promote existing voluntary private-sector standards, strengthen U.S. public-private partnerships, and coordinate agency efforts for emerging technologies. The bill directly affects federal agencies involved in standards development and private sector standards developers. It mandates concrete policy changes in how the U.S. engages with international standards bodies, emphasizing existing voluntary processes over new government mandates.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill directs agencies to prioritize openness, promote private-sector standards, and strengthen public-private partnerships for emerging technologies, advancing U.S. leadership in tech standards development.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 3855: United States-Israel Framework for Upgraded Technologies, Unified Research, and Enhanced Security (FUTURES) Act of 2026

The FUTURES Act (S 3855) establishes a formal U.S.-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Initiative to accelerate joint development and integration of defense technologies. It directs the U.S. Secretary of Defense to identify Israeli-origin technologies for rapid adoption into American military systems, focusing on areas like counter-drone systems, missile defense, AI, cyber security, and directed energy. The bill authorizes $150 million annually (2027-2029) for this initiative, requiring regular reports to Congress on progress, technology transitions, and industry partnerships. This policy directly affects U.S. defense contractors, Israeli defense firms, and military acquisition programs by creating new pathways to incorporate Israeli innovations into U.S. systems.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds AI and cybersecurity development for defense tech cooperation, directly enhancing cybersecurity capabilities as stated in bill summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · House Jul 17, 2025

HR 4506: Securing Global Telecommunications Act

HR 4506, the Securing Global Telecommunications Act, requires the U.S. Secretary of State to develop a comprehensive strategy within 90 days to promote secure telecommunications infrastructure globally. The strategy must address mobile networks, data centers, 6G technology, and satellite systems, focusing on countering untrusted vendors (like Huawei) and supporting U.S. and allied "trusted" technology providers. It mandates reports on Chinese and Russian influence at the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and opportunities for multilateral cooperation with allies to finance secure infrastructure projects. The bill directly affects U.S. agencies (State Department, FCC, USAID), foreign countries using telecommunications infrastructure, and global technology standards at the ITU.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates secure telecom strategy countering untrusted vendors (e.g., Huawei) and prioritizes 'trusted' providers, directly enhancing cybersecurity infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 16, 2025

S 3495: Artificial Intelligence Scam Prevention Act

The Artificial Intelligence Scam Prevention Act makes it illegal to use AI to impersonate people for fraudulent purposes, such as creating fake voices or images to scam consumers. It requires clear disclosure when AI is used in phone calls or text messages, so people know they're interacting with technology rather than a real person. The bill establishes an advisory group with FTC, FCC, and industry representatives to develop best practices for preventing these scams and mandates regular reports on AI-enabled fraud. The law aims to protect consumers from increasingly sophisticated scams, which cost over $1.4 billion in 2024 alone.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyPrevents AI scams via disclosure mandates and FTC/FCC oversight, enhancing consumer protection against fraudulent AI use.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 2, 2025

S 3308: Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act of 2025

The Artificial Intelligence Civil Rights Act of 2025 regulates AI systems that make decisions affecting people's lives, such as employment, housing, healthcare, credit, and education. It requires developers and deployers to conduct pre-deployment evaluations and annual impact assessments by independent auditors to prevent discrimination and harm. The law mandates clear consumer disclosures about AI use, provides the right to human alternatives for AI-driven decisions, and creates enforcement mechanisms through the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general. It also includes whistleblower protections for employees reporting violations and requires transparency about how AI systems operate.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill mandates AI impact assessments to prevent discrimination in housing decisions, directly aligning with preventing housing discrimination (key support indicator).95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates anti-discrimination assessments for AI in employment decisions, protecting workers' rights from biased algorithmic hiring and promotion systems.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates AI systems to prevent discrimination in key areas, requiring audits, disclosures, and human alternatives for consumer protection as per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 25, 2025

S 2164: Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025

The Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025 requires companies that deploy automated decision systems for critical areas like employment, housing, healthcare, and financial services (known as "covered entities") to conduct impact assessments before and after deployment. These assessments must evaluate fairness, privacy, security, and potential negative impacts on consumers, particularly for protected groups like racial minorities, women, and people with disabilities. Covered entities must document these assessments and submit annual summary reports to the Federal Trade Commission, which will make anonymized versions publicly available in a searchable online repository. The law applies to companies with over $50 million in annual revenue or those handling data for over 1 million consumers. The goal is to increase transparency and accountability around automated decision systems that significantly affect people's lives.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingMandates impact assessments for housing algorithms to prevent discrimination against protected groups, directly addressing tenant protection and anti-discrimination in housing decisions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires impact assessments for fairness, privacy, and security in automated systems, aligning with consumer protection and data privacy regulations in critical sectors.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Nov 17, 2025

HR 6067: Tribal Internet Expansion Act of 2025

This bill amends the Communications Act to expand eligibility for universal service funding to tribal lands and areas with high populations of Native American residents. It updates existing rules by adding these areas to the "high cost areas" category that qualify for federal broadband support programs. The change directly affects tribal communities and residents in designated areas by making them eligible for funding to improve internet access.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly expands federal broadband funding to tribal lands, directly increasing internet access for underserved communities, aligning with technology policy goals of digital equity and access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications Tags Rural Communities Tribal Nations

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 14, 2025

S 1085: MedShield Act of 2025

The MedShield Act of 2025 establishes a new pandemic preparedness program under the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), requiring the use of artificial intelligence to improve national biodefense. It directs HHS to create a system for real-time pathogen tracking, accelerate vaccine development, and optimize treatment distribution using AI tools, as outlined in Section 3(c). The program mandates annual funding of $300 million in 2025, increasing to $500 million by 2029 (Section 6), and requires a report to Congress within 180 days of enactment (Section 4). This bill directly affects federal agencies coordinating pandemic response and aims to create a continuous, integrated system for addressing biological threats, replacing ad-hoc efforts like Operation Warp Speed.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates $300M+ annual funding for HHS pandemic program including real-time pathogen tracking, vaccine development, and treatment distribution, directly advancing public health programs under healthcare topic.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates AI tools for biodefense program with $300M+ annual funding for pathogen tracking and vaccine development95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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