Technology

in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HR 3108: RPM Access Act

HR 3108, the RPM Access Act, increases Medicare reimbursement for remote patient monitoring (RPM) in rural areas by setting a minimum reimbursement floor of 100% for practice expenses and malpractice costs starting in 2026. It requires that RPM services include real-time physician availability to address health issues, use data systems compatible with electronic health records, and mandates providers to report data on cost savings and adherence to medications. The bill directly affects rural Medicare beneficiaries with chronic conditions like heart failure and diabetes, as well as healthcare providers delivering RPM services in underserved rural communities. It also requires a 5-year report to Congress analyzing cost savings from RPM use, including reduced hospitalizations and medication adherence. The law aims to improve access to RPM in rural areas where healthcare shortages are most severe.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases Medicare RPM reimbursement in rural areas with 100% reimbursement floor, mandates real-time physician access, and requires data reporting to improve patient access and service quality.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates EHR-compatible data systems for RPM services, advancing tech integration in rural healthcare reimbursement95% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicaid Medicare Telehealth Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · House Nov 25, 2025

HR 6315: SECURE IT Act

HR 6315 (SECURE IT Act) requires federal election cybersecurity testing for voting systems and establishes a voluntary program for identifying vulnerabilities. It mandates accredited labs to conduct penetration testing on voting hardware/software within 180 days, and creates a 5-year pilot program where election system vendors can voluntarily share systems with vetted cybersecurity researchers. Researchers must report vulnerabilities to vendors and officials within 180 days, and vendors must provide fixes to election officials for critical issues, with patches reviewed by the Commission within 90 days. The bill grants legal protections for researchers under the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act and Digital Millennium Copyright Act, exempting vulnerability disclosures from public disclosure laws. This directly affects election system vendors, cybersecurity researchers, and state/local election officials managing election infrastructure.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates cybersecurity testing for voting systems and vulnerability reporting, strengthening election system security per bill's requirements.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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passed · United States · House Feb 12, 2026

HR 261: Undersea Cable Protection Act of 2025

The Undersea Cable Protection Act of 2025 prohibits the National Marine Sanctuaries Act from requiring additional authorizations for undersea fiber optic cables that already have federal or state permits. It directly affects cable operators who have obtained licenses, leases, or permits from any federal or state agency for cable installation or maintenance in national marine sanctuaries. The bill prevents the Secretary from blocking or demanding new permits for these cables once they have valid existing authorization. This simplifies regulatory processes by eliminating redundant federal oversight for cables already approved by other agencies.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill protects undersea fiber optic cables which are critical energy infrastructure for data transmission and grid management, reducing regulatory barriers for cable operators.75% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill restricts environmental protections by preventing additional authorizations for undersea cables in marine sanctuaries, potentially weakening conservation requirements.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRemoves regulatory barriers for undersea fiber optic cables, enabling reliable internet infrastructure deployment and maintenance critical to internet access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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in committee · United States · House Jan 20, 2026

HR 7153: Agriculture and National Security Act of 2026

This bill establishes a Senior Advisor for National Security within the USDA to coordinate national security efforts related to food and agriculture. It requires the USDA Secretary to submit biennial reports to Congress and the National Security Council identifying vulnerabilities such as foreign control of agricultural data, supply chain disruptions, cybersecurity risks, and dependence on foreign-sourced inputs. The bill mandates improved interagency coordination, including sharing personnel with defense and intelligence agencies, and requires the USDA to assess gaps in security efforts and propose solutions. The primary direct effect is on the USDA's internal operations and reporting structure, not on agricultural policies or farmers.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates USDA to identify agricultural data cybersecurity risks and vulnerabilities in biennial reports, requiring proactive security coordination.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Tags Agriculture

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passed · United States · House Dec 2, 2025

HR 4491: SBA IT Modernization Reporting Act

HR 4491, the SBA IT Modernization Reporting Act, requires the Small Business Administration (SBA) to implement specific recommendations from a 2024 GAO report about risks in its newly deployed IT systems. The bill mandates that SBA’s Administrator submit, within 180 days of enactment, a detailed implementation plan to Congress outlining how the agency will manage risks for all IT modernization projects. This plan must include 11 specific requirements, such as documenting risk sources, using GAO’s established guidelines for scheduling (GAO-16-89G) and cost estimation (GAO-20-195G), and involving cybersecurity experts in contractor selection. The SBA must also provide a briefing to congressional committees 30 days after submitting the plan.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates SBA to address IT system risks per GAO report, enhancing cybersecurity protocols through required risk management planning.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Tags Small Business

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in committee · United States · House Jun 17, 2025

HR 4048: STEM Pathways for the Future Act

The STEM Pathways for the Future Act creates a new grant program at the National Science Foundation to fund STEM apprenticeship programs not offered by four-year colleges. Eligible recipients include states, tribes, cities, community colleges, and minority-serving institutions, which can use grants for recruiting participants, incorporating emerging technology, and forming private-sector partnerships. The bill prohibits grant funds from being used to incentivize business relocations and establishes an interagency task force to identify existing federal STEM training programs at community colleges and registered apprenticeships within one year. This legislation directly supports workforce development in science, technology, engineering, and math fields through accessible apprenticeship opportunities.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates new NSF grants for STEM apprenticeship programs, expanding educational access and funding for students and institutions.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentFunds STEM apprenticeships through community colleges and minority institutions, enhancing workforce development and job opportunities in high-demand fields.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds STEM apprenticeships incorporating emerging technology, directly advancing tech education and workforce development through NSF grants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education Apprenticeships Workforce Development Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 7632: SHADOW Act

The SHADOW Act creates a new State Department Coordinator to lead U.S. efforts against hybrid warfare threats from China and Russia, particularly in Europe. The Coordinator will assess threats like cyberattacks and disinformation campaigns, coordinate with NATO allies and partners (including Japan and Australia), and help protect critical infrastructure sectors. The bill requires the Coordinator to submit a strategy within 60 days and annual reports for three years detailing threat assessments and coordination progress. It also mandates a specific report within 180 days identifying Chinese entities supporting Russia’s defense industry.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes Coordinator to address cyber threats and protect critical infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity efforts against foreign hybrid warfare.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 16, 2026

HR 2713: MAIN Event Ticketing Act

HR 2713, the MAIN Event Ticketing Act, requires ticket-issuing websites to implement stronger security measures to prevent automated bots from bypassing purchase limits and circumventing online ticketing rules. It directly affects ticket sellers (like major platforms) and their third-party service providers, mandating they establish technical safeguards, report security breaches within 30 days, and address circumvention incidents. Key provisions include requiring access controls to enforce purchase limits, creating a public complaint website for consumers, and imposing civil penalties of up to $10,000 per day for violations. The bill strengthens enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission, which will issue compliance guidance and oversee civil actions for non-compliance.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates technical safeguards and breach reporting to prevent bot circumvention, directly enhancing cybersecurity measures for ticketing platforms.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Digital Government

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in committee · United States · House Mar 31, 2025

HR 2515: American Tank Car Modernization Act of 2025

The American Tank Car Modernization Act of 2025 provides $100 million annually (2026-2029) to fund grants for freight railcar owners to install telematics systems or gateway devices on railcars, with priority for tank cars carrying hazardous materials (toxic inhalation, flammable, or hazardous substances). These systems enable real-time tracking of railcar location, asset health, and specific safety metrics like wheel temperature, hatch status, and internal temperatures. The bill requires railcar owners to report on implementation outcomes, including safety incident data and cost efficiency, to Congress within three years. It directly affects railcar operators managing hazardous material transport by modernizing their data collection capabilities.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds telematics systems/gateway devices for railcar safety monitoring, directly advancing technology adoption in freight transportation through federal grants.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds telematics for railcar safety tracking, prioritizing hazardous materials transport, enhancing transportation infrastructure safety standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Freight Rail

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in committee · United States · House Feb 13, 2026

HR 7569: Punishing Health Care Fraudsters Act

This bill increases penalties for healthcare fraud involving federal programs like Medicare and Medicaid. It raises maximum prison sentences under federal law from 10 to 25 years and 20 to 30 years, and increases fines from $100,000 to $250,000 for violations of the Social Security Act. The law directly affects individuals or entities committing fraud against federal health programs, such as billing for unnecessary services or stealing patient data. Key provisions amend existing criminal penalties and require the U.S. Sentencing Commission to update guidelines to better reflect the severity of these offenses.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill increases maximum prison sentences for healthcare fraud, directly aligning with 'increases mandatory sentences' indicator under OPPOSE stance for Criminal Justice.92% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareIncreases penalties for Medicare/Medicaid fraud, protecting federal health programs from misuse and ensuring program integrity.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill increases penalties for stealing patient data (a data privacy violation), directly strengthening protections under healthcare fraud provisions.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Sentencing Medicaid Medicare

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