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in committee · United States · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 7783: AI-Ready Networks Act

This bill, known as the AI-Ready Networks Act, requires the Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information to produce a comprehensive report on how artificial intelligence is being integrated into the United States commercial telecommunications infrastructure. The report must be completed within 18 months of the bill's enactment and will include assessments of international standards, industry use cases, workforce needs, security measures, and recommendations for updating existing telecommunications laws. Before finalizing the report, the Assistant Secretary will publish a draft for public comment and consult with federal agencies, state and local governments, telecommunications companies, and academic organizations to ensure diverse input. The legislation aims to create a clearer understanding of AI's role in telecommunications networks and provide guidance for safe and effective implementation across the industry.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates a comprehensive report on AI integration in telecom infrastructure, assessing security measures and industry use cases to inform policy improvements.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · House Mar 16, 2026

HR 7943: Communications Equity and Diversity Council Act

This bill establishes a new advisory group called the Communications Equity and Diversity Council within the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The Council would consist of 30 to 35 members representing historically underserved individuals, consumers, civil rights organizations, and industry stakeholders, all appointed by the FCC Chair. Its main responsibilities include making recommendations on improving access to communication services, reducing barriers to infrastructure investment, helping small businesses enter the communications industry, and promoting diversity of voices in communications. The Council would meet at least three times per year with public meetings, develop data on industry trends, and receive $450,000 in funding for fiscal year 2027 to carry out its duties.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes council to improve communication access and reduce infrastructure barriers, promoting digital equity and expanding internet access85% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 19, 2026

S 4145: Pro Codes Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Protecting and Enhancing Public Access to Codes Act of 2026, adds a new section to the U.S. Copyright Code to address standards that are incorporated by reference into federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The legislation requires standards development organizations to make these incorporated standards freely available online at no cost to the public, including searchable tables of contents and indexes, while still protecting the organizations' copyright rights. The bill defines key terms such as "incorporated by reference" and "standards development organization" to clarify which materials fall under these requirements. It also establishes that copyright protection for these standards continues even after they are referenced in laws, provided the organization makes them publicly accessible online within a reasonable time of being notified about the incorporation. The measure aims to balance public access to technical standards used in regulations with the ability of standards organizations to fund their work through licensing and sales.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes digital access by requiring standards organizations to make incorporated technical standards freely available online, enhancing public access to critical technology documentation and supporting transparency in regulatory frameworks.85% confidence

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passed · United States · House Sep 16, 2025

HR 3494: VA Hospital Inventory Management System Authorization Act

HR 3494 authorizes the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to purchase or develop a cloud-based inventory management system for medical supplies at VA hospitals. The bill requires a pilot program at one VA facility before full implementation and allocates $50 million in funding for this effort. It mandates that the VA complete the system's implementation across all VA hospitals within three years of the bill's enactment. This legislation directly affects VA medical facilities by changing how they track and manage medical supplies.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $50M for VA hospital supply system, directly improving healthcare infrastructure efficiency at public healthcare facilities.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill authorizes funding for cloud-based inventory management system at VA hospitals, advancing technology adoption in healthcare infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransFunds $50M for VA hospital supply system, mandates implementation to improve healthcare operations, directly advancing veterans' medical services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Hospitals Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · Senate May 13, 2026

SJRES 150: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection relating to the withdrawal of the rule relating to "Limited Applicability of Consumer Financial Protection Act's 'Time or Space' Exception With Respect to Digital Marketing Providers".

This joint resolution seeks to overturn a Bureau of Consumer Financial Protection rule that would remove protections for digital marketing providers. The bill directly affects companies that market financial products online by restoring previous restrictions on how they can target consumers. If passed, the resolution would nullify the agency's decision to withdraw the "time or space" exception, which previously limited how long and where digital marketers could display certain financial advertisements. The measure uses Congress's legislative veto power to block the regulatory change without requiring new legislation.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill restores consumer protections for digital marketing, limiting how companies target consumers online, which aligns with protecting digital rights and consumer privacy in technology.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 11, 2026

S 4067: Land Grant Research Prioritization Act of 2026

This bill, titled the Land Grant Research Prioritization Act of 2026, amends existing federal agricultural law to establish specific research and extension grant priorities for land-grant universities. It directs funding toward four main areas: advanced mechanized harvesting technologies, particularly for specialty crops; artificial intelligence applications in agriculture to improve specialty crop production; methods for managing and eradicating invasive plant and animal species; and aquaculture techniques for valuable aquatic species. The legislation allows the Secretary of Agriculture to prioritize grants in these areas when awarding funding to land-grant institutions for research and extension projects.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prioritizes research on invasive species management and aquaculture, which directly supports environmental protection and conservation efforts.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds AI applications and advanced mechanized harvesting technologies in agriculture, directly advancing technology adoption and development.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 10, 2026

S 4037: Diabetes Act

This bill, known as the DIABETES Act, aims to improve Medicare coverage for diabetes technology and education services. It would require Medicare to continue covering diabetes devices like continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps when beneficiaries enroll in the program, preventing loss of access during enrollment transitions. The legislation also expands coverage for diabetes self-management training services, removes deductibles for these services, and authorizes virtual training options. Additionally, it directs the government to study barriers to diabetes care access and establish new billing codes for insulin pump training services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicare coverage for diabetes technology and services, removes deductibles, and ensures continued access during enrollment transitions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands Medicare coverage for diabetes technology devices and services, strengthening access to health technology for beneficiaries.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Prescription Drugs Telehealth

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in committee · United States · House Mar 17, 2026

HR 7963: No Lifeline for the Dead Act

This bill directs the Federal Communications Commission to update rules for the Lifeline program, which provides discounted phone and internet services to low-income Americans. It requires the FCC to use a national eligibility verification system and accountability database without allowing opt-outs, and mandates re-examination of current recipients who were approved without using these systems. The legislation also restricts eligibility to U.S. citizens and qualified aliens, and requires applicants to provide Social Security numbers or Tribal identifiers during the application process.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands internet access to low-income Americans through Lifeline program improvements, promoting digital equity and expanding connectivity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 7789: Federal Loan Systems Modernization Act of 2026

This bill authorizes the creation of Lending.gov, a centralized online platform designed to streamline access to loans offered by various federal agencies. It requires agencies to migrate their loan management systems to this shared platform within three years, aiming to reduce costs, prevent fraud, and improve the speed and transparency of federal lending. The platform will be operated by a designated provider using modern commercial technology, with oversight from the General Services Administration and performance monitoring through regular surveys and public reporting.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes modern technology adoption for federal lending platforms, enhances transparency, reduces costs, and improves access through digital infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Digital Government Social Media

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 4, 2026

S 3982: AI Fraud Accountability Act of 2026

This bill, called the AI Fraud Accountability Act of 2026, makes it a federal crime to use artificial intelligence or other technology to create fake images or voices of real or imaginary people with the intent to defraud others of money or property. It also gives the Federal Trade Commission authority to enforce these rules and allows for criminal penalties including fines and up to three years in prison for violators. The law includes exceptions for law enforcement and intelligence activities, and it does not restrict parody, satire, or journalism protected by the First Amendment. Additionally, the bill creates a working group to develop best practices for detecting digital impersonation fraud and establishes international cooperation agreements to help combat cross-border violations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by creating new federal crimes for digital impersonation fraud, enhancing law enforcement capabilities and protecting victims from fraud through increased penalties and FTC enforcement authority.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity by criminalizing AI-generated fraud and enhancing consumer protection against digital impersonation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement Artificial Intelligence

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