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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 4407: CHATBOT Act

The CHATBOT Act establishes new federal rules requiring companies that provide open-ended artificial intelligence chatbots to implement strict privacy protections and parental controls for users under the age of 18. Under this legislation, platforms must create "family accounts" for children under 13 and obtain verifiable parental consent before allowing teens to create their own accounts, while also mandating the deletion of personal data if these requirements are not met. The bill further requires that default settings on these accounts prioritize child safety by limiting screen time, disabling financial transactions, and preventing the chatbot from generating unsolicited outputs. Companies are prohibited from using the personal data of children and teens for targeted advertising, and the Federal Trade Commission is authorized to enforce these provisions as unfair or deceptive practices. Additionally, the Act mandates a study by the National Science Foundation on the social impacts of AI chatbots on young people and requires a report from the Government Accountability Office to evaluate the law's effectiveness.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates privacy protections and parental controls for AI chatbots, enhancing consumer safety and data privacy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 28, 2026

S 4414: LIFT AI Act

The LIFT AI Act authorizes the National Science Foundation to provide competitive grants to universities and nonprofits for developing AI literacy programs in K-12 schools. These funds are intended to create educational curricula, train teachers on the responsible use of artificial intelligence, and build tools to assess student proficiency in AI concepts. The legislation defines AI literacy as the ability to use, interpret, and mitigate risks associated with AI technology in an age-appropriate manner. By supporting research and professional development, the bill aims to prepare the next generation of students to effectively navigate and innovate within an AI-driven world.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill authorizes NSF grants to develop AI literacy curricula, train teachers, and build assessment tools for K-12 schools.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds AI literacy programs to educate students and teachers on responsible AI use and risk mitigation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 23, 2026

S 4382: Workforce Data Enhancement Act

The Workforce Data Enhancement Act creates a new grant program to help states improve their workforce data systems by integrating information from education, labor markets, and other sources. Eligible entities, such as state agencies or groups of states, can apply for funding to build or upgrade statewide longitudinal data systems that track individual employment and earnings outcomes over time. The bill prioritizes grants for multi-state collaborations and projects that enhance data accuracy, privacy, and the ability to identify emerging job skills, including those related to artificial intelligence. Funds awarded for up to three years must be used to supplement existing state efforts rather than replace them, and recipients are required to report on how the data improvements help workers and employers make better decisions.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates grants to improve workforce data systems by integrating education information, enhancing data accuracy and tracking outcomes.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill funds state workforce data systems to better track employment outcomes, enhancing labor market information and worker support.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds the creation and improvement of workforce data systems, directly advancing technology infrastructure for data tracking and analysis.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Student Financial Aid Apprenticeships Labor Standards Workforce Development Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8564: Local Law Enforcement Support Act of 2026

The Local Law Enforcement Support Act of 2026 expands funding opportunities for local police departments through the Byrne JAG and COPS programs. These funds can be used to recruit and train officers, purchase protective gear, and acquire specific tools like digital forensics equipment, drone technology, and ballistics analysis systems. The bill also allows for investments in software for cyber investigations and victim services. By adding these categories to the list of eligible expenses, the legislation provides law enforcement agencies with more options for addressing modern crime challenges.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly expands funding opportunities for local police departments through federal programs, directly advancing the budget and appropriations topic.95% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill expands funding for local police departments, recruiting, training, and acquiring investigative tools, directly strengthening law enforcement capabilities.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds digital forensics equipment, drone technology, and cyber investigation software for law enforcement, directly advancing technology capabilities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Emerging Technology

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passed · United States · Senate Apr 22, 2026

SRES 685: A resolution designating April 22, 2026, as "National Assistive Technology Awareness Day".

This resolution designates April 22, 2026, as National Assistive Technology Awareness Day to highlight the importance of devices that help people with disabilities and older adults perform daily tasks. The bill directly affects individuals with disabilities, older adults, assistive technology specialists, and organizations that support access to these tools. It serves as a commemorative measure to recognize the role of assistive technology in promoting inclusion, education, and employment, while also honoring the professionals who facilitate its distribution. The text provides background statistics on disability prevalence and explains how state programs assist with device exchange, loans, and financing.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill promotes educational access and inclusion for students with disabilities through assistive technology awareness.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes assistive technology to enhance inclusion and daily task performance for people with disabilities.85% confidence

Tags People with Disabilities

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in committee · United States · House Apr 28, 2026

HR 8560: Shifting Forward Vehicle Technologies Research and Development Act

This bill directs the Department of Energy to expand research and development efforts focused on creating cleaner, more efficient, and domestically produced vehicle technologies. It establishes multiple new programs to investigate advanced materials, battery systems, electric drivetrains, and alternative fuels like hydrogen and synthetic fuels, with a specific emphasis on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and manufacturing costs. The legislation also mandates the creation of an advisory committee to oversee these initiatives, requires regular reporting on progress, and authorizes funding to establish educational centers for training future engineers in automotive technology.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs DOE to expand R&D for cleaner, efficient vehicle technologies and alternative fuels, directly advancing energy infrastructure and reducing emissions.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly directs DOE to develop cleaner vehicle technologies and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill directs DOE to expand R&D for advanced vehicle technologies, explicitly funding and strengthening the technology sector.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill funds R&D for cleaner, efficient vehicle technologies and alternative fuels, directly advancing sustainable transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Energy Storage Climate Change Electric Vehicles

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 4470: Supporting Urban and Innovative Farming Act of 2026

This bill establishes a new Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production within the Department of Agriculture to support farming methods like hydroponics and controlled-environment agriculture. It creates a competitive grant program that provides funding to nonprofits, local governments, Tribal organizations, and schools to help urban farmers navigate regulations, access land, and improve food availability in underserved areas. Additionally, the legislation updates federal data collection requirements to include modern farming technologies and allocates specific funding amounts to support these initiatives from 2026 through 2030.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides funding to schools for urban agriculture programs, enhancing student access to food and practical learning opportunities.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes sustainable farming methods like hydroponics and controlled-environment agriculture, which reduce water usage and land consumption compared to traditional farming.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds hydroponics and controlled-environment agriculture, utilizing advanced agricultural technologies to improve food access.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8513: PROTECT Act

The PROTECT Act requires the Department of Homeland Security to share safety and data protection guidelines with government agencies and private organizations within a year of passing. These guidelines focus on how to securely handle personal information for law enforcement officers and employees, as well as steps they can take to stay safe. The law defines personal information broadly to include any data that can identify an individual, regardless of their citizenship status. This initiative aims to improve security practices across federal, state, local, and private sectors without changing existing legal requirements for data handling.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates DHS to share cybersecurity and data protection guidelines, enhancing security for handling personal information.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 15, 2026

S 4301: For the Fans Act

The For the Fans Act mandates that major professional sports leagues in the United States eliminate blackouts for live game streaming, ensuring all fans can watch every game regardless of their location. Under this law, leagues must also provide local fans in the same state as a team with free, high-quality access to all live games of that team, which can be delivered through local broadcasts or a single streaming service supported by advertisements. The Federal Trade Commission is authorized to enforce the no-blackout rule as an unfair business practice, while the Federal Communications Commission and state attorneys general oversee the free access requirement for local fans. These provisions apply to major leagues in baseball, basketball, football, hockey, and soccer, but exclude minor leagues and organizations with fewer than eight teams.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates free, high-quality access to live sports streaming for local fans, directly expanding internet access and promoting digital equity.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8530: Quantum for Health Act

The Quantum for Health Act amends the National Quantum Initiative Act to broaden the scope of federal quantum research and education programs. It explicitly adds "social benefit" as a goal and includes "diverse sectors" alongside existing applications, ensuring that health-related fields are integrated into the national strategy. The bill also expands the oversight committees and advisory groups by adding the Department of Health and Human Services and requiring nonprofit research organizations to be included in coordination efforts. Furthermore, it increases the number of multidisciplinary research centers from five to ten and mandates that these centers focus on quantum information science, engineering, and technology to address health challenges while promoting diversity in STEM education.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands federal quantum research and education programs to include diverse sectors and social benefits, explicitly strengthening educational access and scope.75% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands federal quantum research to include health fields and adds HHS oversight, strengthening health-related federal initiatives.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands federal quantum research and education programs to include health sectors and adds social benefit goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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