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in committee · United States · House May 15, 2026

HR 8846: Tornado Preparedness Act

The Tornado Preparedness Act directs the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to create a national plan for improving tornado detection, forecasting, and warning systems. This initiative involves investing in advanced technologies like next-generation radar and artificial intelligence while integrating federal capabilities with state and local emergency management networks. Additionally, the bill establishes a grant program for communities in high-risk areas to build storm shelters, modernize warning systems, and develop emergency preparedness plans, with a specific focus on underserved and low-income populations. Federal officials are also required to coordinate closely with local governments and submit regular reports to Congress on the progress and impact of these improvements.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds and directs investment in advanced technologies like next-generation radar and AI for emergency management.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Tags Emergency Management

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4385: Community Connect Grant Program Act of 2026

The Community Connect Grant Program Act of 2026 modifies the Rural Electrification Act to update eligibility criteria for broadband funding in rural areas. It raises the minimum internet speed requirements for grant recipients, increasing downstream capacity from 100 Mbps to 100 Mbps and upstream capacity from 20 Mbps to 20 Mbps, while also adjusting specific speed thresholds for other categories. Additionally, the bill extends the deadline for certain program provisions from 2023 to 2031 and clarifies that future broadband commitments count toward eligibility. These changes directly affect rural communities and the financial institutions that administer broadband infrastructure grants.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands broadband access by raising speed requirements and extending funding deadlines, directly promoting digital equity and internet access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · House May 7, 2026

HR 8706: Better Energy Storage and Safety Act

The Better Energy Storage and Safety Act expands federal efforts to improve the safety and reliability of energy storage systems used in homes and on the electrical grid. It directs government agencies to develop standardized testing methods, including stress tests that push systems to failure, to better predict how these technologies degrade and to mitigate risks like fires or explosions. The legislation also increases funding for demonstration projects and grants, requiring a focus on safer battery chemistries and advanced diagnostic tools. Additionally, it updates the program's goals to include the use of artificial intelligence and digital modeling to enhance the safety of installed energy storage units.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill expands federal efforts to improve safety and reliability of energy storage systems, increasing funding for demonstration projects and grants.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes safer energy storage systems, reducing fire/explosion risks and supporting clean energy infrastructure.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds and standardizes safety testing for energy storage technologies, enhancing grid reliability and protecting public safety.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Resilience Energy Storage Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 30, 2026

SRES 716: A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding critical elements of the United States policy towards the People's Republic of China.

This Senate resolution expresses the Senate's view that the United States should prioritize countering the People's Republic of China as its main strategic competitor. The document outlines specific policy directions, including strengthening military deterrence in the Indo-Pacific, protecting American economic interests from Chinese trade practices, and leading in emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. It also calls for maintaining strong alliances with nations such as Japan, South Korea, Australia, and the Philippines, while supporting democratic values and human rights globally.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly calls for the US to lead in emerging technologies like AI, indicating a supportive stance toward advancing the technology sector.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 4448: Accelerating Broadband Permits Act of 2026

This bill, the Accelerating Broadband Permits Act of 2026, aims to speed up the permitting process for broadband internet projects by requiring federal agencies to create better tracking tools and reporting systems. It mandates the creation of a public dashboard to monitor how grant funds are spent and where broadband service has been established, as well as a tool to help local groups identify and track federal permit requirements. The legislation also requires federal agencies to analyze and report on factors causing delays in processing communications applications and to alert staff when projects are at risk of missing deadlines. Additionally, it clarifies that large-scale broadband construction projects involving over $5 million must undergo environmental reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill accelerates broadband permits and funding transparency to expand internet access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · House May 22, 2026

HR 9010: Making appropriations for the Legislative Branch for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2027, and for other purposes.

HR 9010 appropriates funds for the Legislative Branch for fiscal year 2027, primarily covering salaries, expenses, and operations for the House of Representatives, Senate, Capitol Police, and various independent agencies like the Library of Congress and Government Accountability Office. The bill includes specific restrictions on spending, such as prohibiting the purchase of certain Chinese-made technology and limiting vehicle leasing allowances for Members of Congress. It also mandates in-person workplace rights training for Members under active misconduct investigations and requires that any unused funds from Members' representational allowances be used to reduce the federal deficit or debt.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly appropriates funds for the Legislative Branch, covering salaries and operations, which directly advances and funds the budget topic.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill restricts spending on Chinese-made technology, aligning with cybersecurity and supply chain security goals.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations

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in committee · United States · House May 14, 2026

HR 8814: HUD Data Privacy Act of 2026

This bill, known as the HUD Data Privacy Act of 2026, restricts how the Department of Housing and Urban Development can share personal information with other agencies or third parties. It mandates that data collected from individuals receiving federal housing assistance be used solely to verify their eligibility for benefits or to determine the amount of aid they receive. The law includes specific exceptions for sharing deidentified data for research, ongoing criminal investigations, or preventing immediate threats to life, while explicitly prohibiting the use of this information for immigration enforcement purposes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly restricts government data sharing and mandates limited use of personal information, directly protecting data privacy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 27, 2026

SRES 688: A resolution expressing support for the staff of public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States and the essential services those libraries provide to communities, recognizing the need for funding commensurate with the broad scope of social service and community supports provided by libraries, preserving the right of all citizens of the United States to freely access information and resources in their communities, supporting a strong union voice for library workers, and defending the civil rights of library staff.

This Senate resolution expresses support for library staff across public, school, academic, and special libraries in the United States. It highlights the essential services libraries provide, such as equitable internet access, social support, and community resources, while calling for adequate funding at all government levels. The measure reaffirms the right of citizens to freely access information and explicitly supports the ability of library workers to unionize and collectively bargain. Additionally, it defends the civil rights of library staff against intimidation and censorship, noting recent challenges like book bans and the potential elimination of the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly calls for adequate funding for libraries and supports unionization, indicating a stance to fund essential public services.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill supports school libraries, advocates for equitable internet access, and calls for adequate funding to strengthen educational resources.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly supports a strong union voice for library workers and defends their civil rights, directly advancing collective bargaining and worker protections.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly supports equitable internet access and defends civil rights to freely access information, aligning with digital equity goals.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Libraries Collective Bargaining Broadband Access

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in committee · United States · Senate Apr 27, 2026

S 4401: PRICE Act

The PRICE Act requires third-party food delivery apps to show customers the exact delivery fee before they finalize an order, preventing these fees from changing during the checkout process. Under this law, delivery fees must be calculated based only on the cost of the food and distance, excluding factors like a customer's past buying habits or willingness to pay. The bill also mandates that apps clearly display the total price, including taxes and fees, throughout the ordering process and explain what each fee covers before payment is requested. Enforcement of these rules falls to the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general, who can take legal action against platforms that violate the new pricing transparency requirements.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates tech companies for consumer protection by preventing price gouging and ensuring transparency in delivery fees.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 21, 2026

HR 8413: SECURE Data Act

The SECURE Data Act establishes a comprehensive federal privacy framework that grants consumers specific rights to access, correct, delete, and opt out of the sale of their personal data, while requiring companies to provide clear privacy notices and implement reasonable data security measures. It directly affects large businesses and data brokers that process significant amounts of consumer information, mandating that these entities obtain explicit consent for sensitive data and prohibiting discrimination against individuals who exercise their privacy rights. The legislation creates a registration system for data brokers, allows for enforcement actions by the Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general, and preempts conflicting state laws to ensure a uniform national standard.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a federal privacy framework protecting consumer data rights and security, directly supporting digital rights and privacy.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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