Technology (Emerging Technology) in United States

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 10, 2026

S 4728: Combat Emerging Threats to Critical Infrastructure Act of 2026

The Combat Emerging Threats to Critical Infrastructure Act of 2026 requires the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Director to update security plans for 16 critical infrastructure sectors within one year of the law's enactment. These updated plans must specifically address risks posed by emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and digitally manipulated media, as well as cloud-based architecture and robotics. The legislation also mandates that these plans be reassessed and revised at least once every two years. Finally, the Director must share the completed and updated plans with various congressional committees relevant to each specific sector.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9314: DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026

The DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026 temporarily halts the Department of Homeland Security from using funds to start, renew, or expand contracts for surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement, such as facial recognition and predictive analytics. This pause applies to agencies like U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, though existing contracts can continue until a review is complete. The bill mandates an independent audit within 180 days to examine data collection practices, privacy impacts, and the accuracy of these technologies, followed by a public report detailing their use and capabilities. The funding ban remains in effect until the audit is finished, a public report is released, and the department demonstrates it has implemented necessary safeguards to protect civil liberties. Once these conditions are met, the moratorium lifts, but the department must submit annual reports on its continued use of these technologies and any related privacy complaints.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Criminal Justice ✗ Immigration ✗ Technology

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Border Security Detention Enforcement Data Privacy Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9276: Federal Cryptocurrency Theft Enforcement and Coordination Act

The Federal Cryptocurrency Theft Enforcement and Coordination Act establishes a new task force within the Department of Justice to coordinate efforts against cryptocurrency theft. Led by the Attorney General, this group will include representatives from agencies such as the FBI and the Treasury to improve how federal, state, and local law enforcement investigate and prosecute these crimes. The task force is responsible for sharing information, providing training on digital evidence collection, and identifying gaps in current laws without creating new criminal offenses or regulating digital assets. Additionally, the Attorney General must submit annual reports to Congress detailing the task force's activities and offering recommendations for future improvements.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9232: Critical Infrastructure Airspace Defense Act

The Critical Infrastructure Airspace Defense Act grants owners and operators of designated high-risk facilities, such as nuclear power plants and key electrical substations, the legal authority to detect, track, and disable unauthorized drones threatening their security. To exercise this power, personnel must complete a federally mandated training and certification program that establishes standards for legal and technical proficiency before they can use approved counter-drone technologies. The legislation also creates a $250 million grant program to help these facilities purchase and install the necessary equipment while providing liability protection for authorized actions taken to mitigate threats. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Homeland Security to issue implementing regulations within 180 days and mandates regular reports on the program's activities to Congress.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9326: USA Act

The USA Act directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology to advance international standards for artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies by promoting private sector-led processes and strengthening public-private partnerships. To improve U.S. involvement, the bill requires the institute to provide Congress with a briefing on current standards activities and to create a web portal that helps industry and government agencies find and join these efforts. Additionally, the legislation establishes a five-year pilot program that awards grants to eligible organizations to host standards meetings within the United States, aiming to increase domestic participation in global technical standardization.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · House Jun 15, 2026

HR 9323: Department of Advanced Technology and Artificial Intelligence Act

This bill creates a new federal Department of Advanced Technology and Artificial Intelligence led by a Secretary appointed by the President. The department's main goal is to develop a unified national strategy for using artificial intelligence across all government agencies, including setting safety standards and managing research funding. It also aims to improve AI literacy in schools, protect workers from job displacement, and establish systems for reporting cybersecurity incidents related to AI. Additionally, the bill requires a government report within 180 days to assess current AI regulations and recommend updates to federal laws regarding privacy, safety, and misinformation.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 9, 2026

S 4711: Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act

The Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act establishes a joint working group between the United States and Ukraine to explore co-developing, co-producing, and acquiring specific low-cost, expendable unmanned systems. This group, co-chaired by senior U.S. defense officials and including Ukrainian military representatives, will analyze combat lessons from Ukraine to identify promising drone technologies and create frameworks for sharing data and intellectual property. The legislation mandates regular reports to Congress on progress, supply chain assessments, and potential legal barriers to accelerating the production and fielding of these systems in the U.S.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9333: AI Flaw Reporting and Security Enhancement Act

The AI Flaw Reporting and Security Enhancement Act directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology to create a voluntary program for reporting artificial intelligence flaws to improve system safety and security. This initiative involves collaborating with industry, academia, and other groups to establish clear definitions for AI errors, develop technical standards for managing these issues, and build a national database to track reported flaws. The bill also sets guidelines for how organizations should disclose vulnerabilities and requires NIST to submit a progress report to Congress within three years of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 11, 2026

S 4768: A bill to provide for a requirement for networked autonomous kinetic capability against small unmanned aircraft systems.

This bill directs the Secretary of the Army to develop a system that automatically detects and neutralizes small drones threatening ground military units. The proposed system must use sensors to track threats and employ autonomous weapons to intercept them with little human input, while connecting various vehicles through a shared network to share data instantly. It also requires that these capabilities work together seamlessly across different parts of a combat brigade and mandates a report to Congress detailing the necessary technology and a timeline for implementation between 2028 and 2032.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9339: Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act

The Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act directs the Department of Energy to study how artificial intelligence and high-performance computing can improve the reliability and efficiency of the national power grid. This assessment will specifically examine how these technologies can speed up the process of connecting new power sources to the grid and identify any technical or cybersecurity barriers to their use. Within one year of passing, the Department of Energy must submit a report to Congress outlining its findings and offering recommendations to overcome identified limitations and encourage wider adoption of these tools. The bill primarily affects federal agencies responsible for energy oversight and the electric power industry, aiming to gather data rather than immediately changing laws.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Resilience Transmission Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Emerging Technology

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