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in committee · Virginia · House Jul 21, 2026

HCONRES 114: Recognizing the significance of equal pay and the disparity in wages paid to men and to Black women.

This concurrent resolution formally recognizes the persistent wage gap between Black women and white, non-Hispanic men in the United States. It highlights data showing that Black women earn significantly less than their male counterparts and reaffirms Congress's support for existing laws that prohibit pay discrimination based on sex or race. The document does not create new laws or change policy but serves as a symbolic statement to raise awareness about the economic disparities faced by Black women.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment

Alma S. Adams (D) · 78 co-sponsors

in committee · Virginia · House Jul 21, 2026

HJRES 203: Directing the Federal Trade Commission to investigate and report on anticompetitive practices and violations of the antitrust laws in the fire truck manufacturing industry.

This bill directs the Federal Trade Commission to investigate and report on alleged antitrust violations within the fire truck manufacturing industry. The resolution specifically examines issues such as price fixing, price gouging, serial acquisitions, and monopolization that have led to rising costs and long delivery times for fire departments. By citing concerns over market consolidation and safety risks from outdated equipment, the bill aims to gather facts on how these practices affect public safety and local governments. The FTC is required to submit its findings and recommendations to Congress within one year of the bill's adoption.

in committee · Virginia · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5061: Secure A.I. Development Act of 2026

The Secure A.I. Development Act of 2026 establishes a new Artificial Intelligence Risk Board within the National Institute of Standards and Technology to evaluate high-risk AI models and develop security best practices for developers. Under the bill, companies releasing powerful AI models must grant the National Security Agency access to their systems before public release and register those models in a new public database. The legislation also creates a voluntary incident reporting system to track AI safety and security issues, updates national vulnerability databases to handle AI-specific threats, and launches a pilot program to share classified threat intelligence with private sector companies that work on federal AI projects.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · Virginia · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5057: Safeguarding Against Fabricated Exploitation Through Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026

This bill prohibits federal agencies from purchasing or using artificial intelligence models that fail to meet specific safety standards designed to prevent the creation of child sexual abuse material and non-consensual intimate images of adults. It requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish performance benchmarks and a testing program within 180 days of enactment, while also mandating that agencies remove non-compliant software from their systems. The legislation includes a "cure" option allowing vendors to fix identified flaws at their own expense to avoid removal, and it bans the sale of tools specifically designed to bypass these safety controls. Additionally, the bill creates a private right of action, enabling individuals whose images are used to generate illegal content to sue developers for damages or injunctive relief.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

in committee · Virginia · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5055: National Workforce Transition Fund Act of 2026

This bill creates a temporary National Workforce Transition Fund to help workers and employers manage labor market changes caused by artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The fund is financed by exempting AI data centers from certain tax depreciation limits, with the resulting revenue transferred to the Treasury and then allocated to the fund over five years. A new National Workforce Transition Board will oversee the program, developing strategies to assess workforce impacts and directing resources toward training, job placement, and employer retention initiatives. The legislation prioritizes support for workers facing employment disruption without requiring them to prove that technology was the sole cause of their job loss, while also funding improvements to labor market data systems. All provisions related to the fund and workforce activities are set to expire five years after the bill is enacted.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

in committee · Virginia · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5054: Data Center Tax Accountability and Disclosure Act of 2026

The Data Center Tax Accountability and Disclosure Act of 2026 modifies tax rules and establishes reporting requirements for large data centers. It removes a tax incentive known as bonus depreciation for artificial intelligence data centers unless they meet specific green building standards, such as LEED Platinum or Gold certification. Additionally, the bill requires operators of data centers consuming at least 25 megawatts of power to submit detailed annual reports on their water and electricity usage, emissions, and backup power systems to state or federal agencies. These reports must be made public, and the law prohibits companies from using confidentiality agreements to hide this information. Operators who fail to comply with these reporting requirements face daily civil penalties of up to $100,000 for intentional violations.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Technology

in committee · Virginia · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5051: AI AGENT Act of 2026

The AI AGENT Act of 2026 establishes a legal framework allowing users to authorize third-party software agents, known as custodial user agents, to manage their online accounts and data on large platforms with over 50 million customers. To enable this, the bill requires these platforms to provide transparent, non-discriminatory access interfaces and mandates that the agents operate under strict duties to protect user privacy, prevent harm, and avoid using data for advertising or selling. The Federal Trade Commission is tasked with registering these agents, setting technical standards for secure data exchange, and enforcing compliance through a system that includes public reporting and penalties for unfair practices.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · Virginia · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5041: Advancing Research for Chronic Pain Act of 2026

The Advancing Research for Chronic Pain Act of 2026 directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create a National Chronic Pain Information System to better understand and track chronic pain in the United States. This system will use existing federal data and collect new information on pain causes, demographics, treatment effectiveness, and associated costs to identify gaps in current research. The bill also requires the establishment of a public website called the Chronic Pain Information Hub to share these findings and provide updated clinical tools for researchers and medical professionals. Additionally, the legislation mandates that any experts collaborating on this research must disclose potential financial conflicts of interest related to drug or device manufacturers. To fund these efforts, the act authorizes appropriations for the fiscal years 2026 through 2030.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Virginia · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9817: Justice for Incarcerated Moms Act

The Justice for Incarcerated Moms Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes for pregnant and postpartum individuals in the criminal justice system by restricting financial incentives for states that use restraints on pregnant inmates. Under the bill, states receiving federal justice grants would face a 25 percent funding penalty if they fail to implement laws limiting the use of shackles on pregnant individuals, with those withheld funds redirected to compliant states. The legislation also directs the Bureau of Prisons and the Department of Justice to create and fund programs in at least six federal facilities and across various state and local prisons that provide specialized prenatal care, mental health support, and reentry assistance. These programs are designed to address specific health disparities, particularly for racial and ethnic minority groups, by offering culturally competent care, nutrition counseling, and opportunities to maintain contact with newborn children. Additionally, the act requires an independent oversight organization to monitor program implementation and mandates a Government Accountability Office report to analyze maternal and infant health data within the correctional system.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare

Ayanna Pressley (D) · 43 co-sponsors

in committee · Virginia · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9811: Anti-Fraud Fund Act of 2026

The Anti-Fraud Fund Act of 2026 increases funding for the Health Care Fraud and Abuse Control Account by $7 billion annually from fiscal year 2027 through 2030. This additional money is intended to support the government's efforts in detecting and preventing fraud within the healthcare system. The bill modifies existing laws to ensure these funds are available for the specified period without altering other spending limits.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

in committee · Virginia · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9808: No Passes for Polluters Act of 2026

The No Passes for Polluters Act of 2026 requires Congress to explicitly approve any exemptions from Clean Air Act regulations before the President or federal agencies can use them. Under this bill, the President must submit a detailed message to both houses of Congress explaining the reasons and facts behind any proposed exemption, which then triggers a special legislative process. To pass such an exemption, a joint resolution must be approved by a two-thirds vote in both the Senate and the House of Representatives, with limited debate and no amendments allowed. Additionally, the Comptroller General will review these proposals to ensure they have legal authority, and any unauthorized use of exemptions could lead to civil lawsuits. The legislation also mandates that the President reconsider certain executive branch emissions regulations every three years.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

Doris O. Matsui (D) · 20 co-sponsors

in committee · Virginia · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9807: Americans vs. Poisonous Pesticides Act

The Americans vs. Poisonous Pesticides Act amends federal pesticide laws to allow state courts to hear lawsuits alleging that pesticide labels fail to warn about health or environmental risks. It clarifies that a pesticide's federal registration and label approval do not automatically block these state claims, though they serve as initial evidence of compliance. The bill also permits companies to update their product labels to address new safety information without waiting for prior government approval, subject to potential review by the agency. These changes apply to both new lawsuits and cases already in progress, ensuring that federal rules do not limit existing state legal remedies for damages or injunctive relief.

Topics ✓ Environment ✓ Healthcare