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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8510: PRICE Act

The PRICE Act requires third-party food delivery apps to stop using hidden pricing strategies that change delivery fees based on a customer's past order history or willingness to pay. Starting 90 days after enactment, these platforms must calculate delivery fees using a fixed formula based only on the order total and distance, while clearly displaying the base food price and the final total before checkout. The law also mandates that apps explain exactly what each delivery fee covers and whether it is refundable. The Federal Trade Commission is responsible for enforcing these rules, and state attorneys general have the authority to sue platforms that violate the act on behalf of their residents.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates tech companies to protect consumers from hidden pricing, aligning with consumer protection indicators.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 23, 2026

HR 8492: Public Safety UAS Readiness Act

The Public Safety UAS Readiness Act establishes a grant program to help fire departments, law enforcement agencies, and emergency medical services train their personnel on operating drones for public safety missions. Funded by up to $10 million annually from 2026 to 2029, these grants can be used to develop training curriculums, purchase compliant drones, and cover administrative costs related to the programs. Recipients must submit detailed plans outlining their safety protocols, risk management strategies, and data privacy measures, with a priority given to agencies in high-risk areas or underserved regions that currently lack drone training capacity. To ensure quality, the act requires that training materials be maintained by recognized nonprofit organizations and mandates annual reporting on the number of trained personnel and drone deployments to Congress.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds training for law enforcement on public safety drones, enhancing operational capabilities and safety within the criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds training and procurement of drones for public safety missions, directly advancing technology adoption in emergency services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Data Privacy Emerging Technology Tags Public Safety

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in committee · United States · House May 29, 2026

HR 9076: Postal Data Privacy Act of 2026

The Postal Data Privacy Act of 2026 restricts the use of mail covers by requiring governmental entities to obtain a court order before accessing postal records for criminal investigations. To qualify for such an order, authorities must provide specific facts demonstrating that the requested data is relevant and material to an ongoing case, while state laws prohibiting mail covers would override federal requirements. Additionally, the bill mandates that postal officials preserve relevant records for up to 180 days while a court order is being sought or renewed. These provisions directly affect federal and state law enforcement agencies as well as the United States Postal Inspection Service by establishing new procedural safeguards for accessing mail data.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts mail covers and requires court orders, enhancing privacy and limiting law enforcement surveillance overreach.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens data privacy by restricting mail covers and requiring court orders, aligning with digital rights protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

S 4456: AI OVERWATCH Act

The AI OVERWATCH Act establishes new export controls on advanced integrated circuits destined for specific countries of concern, including China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, and Cuba. It requires companies to obtain a specific license for each export of high-performance chips, prohibiting the use of general licenses and mandating detailed certifications to Congress regarding national security and defense impacts. The bill defines these restricted chips by their technical processing power and creates a "trusted United States person" program that allows certain domestic entities to bypass licensing requirements if they meet strict security and ownership standards. Additionally, the legislation requires the government to develop an "American Artificial Intelligence Victory Strategy" outlining how to maintain U.S. leadership in AI against foreign competitors.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts technology exports by imposing strict licensing and bans on advanced chips, limiting access to specific nations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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passed · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 8790: Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act

The Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act expands federal geothermal research to include advanced technologies like closed-loop and supercritical systems. It directs the Department of Energy to create a new research program, establish a center of excellence, and award grants for developing drilling equipment and materials needed for these systems. The bill also requires the creation of a public database for geothermal data and mandates periodic reports on water usage and the commercial potential of next-generation geothermal energy.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands federal geothermal research, funds advanced technologies, and establishes centers of excellence, directly advancing renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds geothermal research to expand clean energy, reduce emissions, and protect natural resources.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds and expands research into advanced geothermal technologies, strengthening the technology sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Oil & Gas

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 15, 2026

S 4307: Protecting American Consumers from Robocalls Act

This bill expands the Federal Communications Commission's existing rules against robocalls to cover all phone numbers, not just residential lines, and allows individuals to sue for violations regardless of how many calls they receive. It also clarifies the legal definition of an automatic dialing system to include machines that use pre-set lists of numbers or dial without human intervention. By removing the "residential" restriction, the law aims to protect both home and business phone users from unwanted automated calls.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens consumer protection and cybersecurity by expanding FCC rules against robocalls and clarifying definitions to cover all phone users.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 30, 2026

HR 8623: GUARD Act

The GUARD Act requires companies that offer AI chatbots designed to simulate human friendship to verify the age of every user and block access for anyone under 18. To comply, these platforms must collect verifiable age data, clearly disclose that the chatbot is not a human, and ensure the AI does not claim to be a licensed professional like a therapist or doctor. The law also makes it a federal crime to design or distribute such chatbots that encourage minors to engage in sexually explicit acts or promote self-harm and violence, with penalties of up to $100,000 per violation.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill imposes strict age verification and data collection requirements on AI chatbots, restricting access for minors and limiting platform functionality.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 27, 2026

HR 8507: Precision Agriculture Workforce Training and Development Act

This bill, known as the Precision Agriculture Workforce Training and Development Act, aims to expand educational programs that prepare students for careers in precision agriculture. It directly affects universities, research institutions, and public or private partners by authorizing new grants to support workforce training initiatives. The legislation modifies existing federal funding rules to explicitly include cooperative education programs focused on improving skills in modern farming technologies. By adding these specific categories to research and extension grants, the bill ensures that financial resources are available for developing specialized training partnerships.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill explicitly authorizes new grants to expand educational programs and workforce training in precision agriculture, directly funding and strengthening higher education initiatives.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds workforce training in precision agriculture, explicitly promoting skills in modern farming technology.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · Senate May 19, 2026

S 4565: Strengthening Cyber Resilience Against State-Sponsored Threats Act

This bill establishes a joint interagency task force to coordinate efforts against cyber threats from Chinese state-sponsored actors, specifically targeting the Volt Typhoon group. Led by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency and including the FBI and relevant sector agencies, the task force will analyze risks, share intelligence, and develop strategies to protect critical infrastructure. Members of the task force must be subject matter experts in cybersecurity and will submit detailed reports to Congress every year for five years, outlining findings and recommendations on how to better defend against these threats. The legislation also requires the task force to create an awareness campaign to help critical infrastructure owners understand available federal security resources.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a task force to enhance cybersecurity and protect critical infrastructure against state-sponsored threats.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 15, 2026

S 4302: Improving IRS Customer Service Act

The Improving IRS Customer Service Act requires the Internal Revenue Service to enhance transparency and accessibility for taxpayers by mandating real-time public dashboards that display phone wait times, call statistics, and refund processing details. The bill also directs the IRS to expand online tools, allowing individuals and authorized representatives to view tax documents, respond to notices, and track refund status through a unified website or mobile app. Additionally, the legislation establishes programs to identify taxpayers facing economic hardships and provide them with information on alternative payment options, while requiring the National Taxpayer Advocate to publish monthly performance statistics on case resolution times. These measures aim to improve communication between the IRS and the public, reduce wait times, and increase the availability of digital services for filing and account management.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates real-time public dashboards and expands online tools for tax services, enhancing digital accessibility and internet usage.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Digital Government

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