Technology (Artificial Intelligence)

in committee · United States · House Apr 15, 2026

HR 8306: SCALE Act

The SCALE Act aims to limit the ability of foreign adversaries, such as China and Russia, to acquire advanced artificial intelligence (AI) hardware. It requires the U.S. government to establish metrics for assessing the AI hardware capabilities of these countries and their associated entities. Based on these assessments, the Commerce Department must set annual export limits for AI hardware, generally denying licenses that exceed these thresholds or would allow adversaries to accumulate more than 5% of the U.S.'s total AI hardware capacity. The bill also imposes strict conditions on any approved exports, including independent verification of hardware capabilities and prohibitions against military or unauthorized remote access.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts AI hardware exports to foreign adversaries, limiting access to advanced technology and potentially hindering international tech collaboration.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 21, 2026

HR 8382: To prohibit the manufacture and conveyance of certain products for children that incorporate an artificial intelligence chatbot, and for other purposes.

This bill proposes to prohibit the manufacture, import, sale, or distribution of children's toys and child care articles that incorporate an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot. This prohibition would apply to manufacturers, importers, sellers, and distributors, taking effect 180 days after the bill's enactment. A "chatbot" is defined as technology using AI or machine learning to engage in interactive conversations, and "child care articles" include items like those used for a child's sleep, feeding, or hygiene. Violations of this prohibition would be treated as violations under the existing Consumer Product Safety Act.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts AI chatbot technology in children's products, limiting development and use of this technology.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 16, 2026

HR 8323: SOUL Act of 2026

The SOUL Act of 2026 establishes a new federal intellectual property right for U.S. citizens over their "unique likeness," broadly defined to include their name, image, voice, biometric data, and AI-generated digital replicas. This bill grants individuals exclusive control over the reproduction, distribution, and creation of derivative works based on their likeness for their lifetime plus 50 years after death. Owners can seek civil remedies in federal court, including injunctions, content takedown orders, and statutory damages, with harm presumed, while platforms can be held liable for failing to remove unauthorized content after notification. The act includes exceptions for fair use, government activities, and First Amendment protections, and it preempts similar state laws to create a uniform national standard.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts technology by creating new IP rights over digital likenesses, limiting AI and digital content creation capabilities.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · United States · House Aug 20, 2026

HR 7889: AWRC Act of 2025

The Advancing Water Research and Collaboration Act of 2025 amends the Water Resources Research Act of 1984 to update research priorities and funding allocations for water resources research institutes. The bill adds artificial intelligence to the list of research areas alongside private industry and increases federal funding authorization to $16 million annually for fiscal years 2026 through 2029. It requires 20 percent of these funds to support research addressing interstate water problems and allows grants for projects focusing on regional or multi-state water issues. The legislation also expands the types of research institutes eligible for funding to include those working on problems identified by Congress as having interstate significance.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases federal funding authorization to $16 million annually for water resources research, directly supporting government spending and budget allocation for essential programs.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill increases federal funding for water resources research, including AI applications and interstate water problems, which supports environmental protection and resource management.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly adds artificial intelligence to research priorities and increases federal funding for technology-related water research initiatives.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 8094: AI Foundation Model Transparency Act of 2026

This bill requires large AI companies and organizations to disclose detailed information about their foundation models, including training data sources, model performance, and potential risks, before and during the model's use. The Federal Trade Commission will create specific rules outlining what information must be submitted to the agency and made publicly available, with exemptions for fully open-source models and special provisions for small businesses. Covered entities are defined as AI providers with over 10 million monthly users, significant computing power usage, or models that could pose security or safety risks, while the FTC will enforce compliance as unfair business practices.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill requires AI transparency and disclosure to protect consumers and enhance cybersecurity through FTC oversight and risk mitigation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · United States · House Mar 19, 2026

HR 7997: Research and Oversight of AI in Courts Act of 2026

This bill establishes a task force to study how artificial intelligence speech-to-text and automatic speech recognition technologies are used in federal and state courts across the United States. The 15-member group, composed of government officials, legal experts, and technology specialists, will examine issues like accuracy, privacy, civil liberties, and costs associated with these AI tools in judicial proceedings. Within 18 months of enactment, the task force must submit a final report to Congress detailing its findings on whether AI affects court record quality, impacts individuals with speech impediments, creates cybersecurity risks, and recommends any necessary policy changes. The task force will also provide quarterly status updates to congressional committees and will dissolve once its final report is submitted.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes oversight of AI in courts to examine accuracy, privacy, and civil liberties, enhancing judicial accountability and protecting defendant rights.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes oversight task force to study AI use in courts, examining accuracy, privacy, and civil liberties to ensure responsible technology deployment in judicial proceedings.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · House Mar 24, 2026

HR 8053: DPA Emerging Technology Act of 2026

This bill creates a new Subcommittee on Emerging Technology within the Defense Production Act Committee to study how advanced technologies impact national defense. The subcommittee will analyze artificial intelligence, biotechnology, quantum computing, and other specified fields to identify ways they can improve efficiency, encourage innovation, and address supply chain gaps. Additionally, the bill requires the subcommittee to submit a report to Congress within 18 months evaluating the feasibility of creating a strategic reserve for critical biomanufacturing materials needed for national defense. The legislation also updates meeting requirements for the Defense Production Act Committee and corrects a citation error in the original Defense Production Act.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a subcommittee to study emerging technologies for national defense improvement, innovation encouragement, and supply chain gap addressing.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · House Apr 22, 2026

HR 8283: Deterring American AI Model Theft Act of 2026

This bill establishes a framework to protect American-owned closed-source AI models from unauthorized extraction by foreign entities, particularly those from China and Russia. It requires the Secretary of State to conduct assessments identifying which foreign entities are conducting model extraction attacks or facilitating them through fraudulent account networks, then publish a public list of these actors for up to five years. The legislation authorizes the President to impose economic sanctions on identified entities and their affiliates, while also creating mechanisms for industry coordination and sharing information about threats. Importantly, the bill distinguishes between legitimate AI research conducted under contractual terms and unauthorized extraction attempts that bypass access controls or violate usage agreements.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity by protecting AI models from foreign extraction and authorizes sanctions against malicious actors.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · House Apr 22, 2026

HR 8287: Semiconductor Controls Effectiveness Act of 2026

This bill requires the U.S. government to produce a detailed report on how effective current export controls on semiconductors and related technology are against China. The report must evaluate each control's impact on China's military, AI development, and semiconductor industry, while also analyzing effects on U.S. companies and global competitiveness. It mandates that the State Department, in coordination with Commerce and intelligence agencies, gather data from industry stakeholders and submit an unclassified version of the findings to Congress within 360 days. The document will also identify which controls are working, which are failing, and offer recommendations for improving enforcement and closing loopholes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens semiconductor export controls to protect U.S. technology interests and national security against China, enhancing cybersecurity and technological competitiveness.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 25, 2026

S 4214: Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act

This bill establishes a moratorium on constructing or upgrading new artificial intelligence data centers until specific federal laws are enacted to ensure AI safety, protect workers from job displacement, and prevent environmental harm. It defines AI data centers as facilities with significant power capacity or advanced cooling systems used for large-scale AI model development. The legislation requires the Secretary of Energy to submit quarterly public reports on data center operations, including details on energy use, emissions, water consumption, and labor practices. Additionally, it prohibits the export of computing infrastructure hardware to countries that lack comparable AI safety regulations or to entities using such hardware for large-scale AI training and deployment.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill imposes moratorium on AI data center construction, which are major energy consumers, effectively restricting energy infrastructure development.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill mandates environmental protection measures for AI data centers, requiring federal laws to prevent environmental harm and establish oversight of high-energy facilities.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly aims to protect workers from job displacement caused by AI data centers, directly addressing labor concerns about employment impacts.75% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes moratorium on AI data center construction and upgrades, restricting technology development and deployment until additional regulations are enacted.85% confidence

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