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Technology across the country

Every technology bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
227
last 12 weeks
Active states
11
jurisdictions with bills
Most active
United States
173 bills
Stance split
189 for 38 against
National trend

Bills introduced per week

12-week window
Jun 29 Sep 14
Showing 11–15 of 15 bills

All technology bills

in committee · United States · House Jul 15, 2026

HR 9706: Facial Recognition to Protect Children Act

This bill requires wagering and prediction market platforms to use facial recognition technology to verify that all users are over 18 years old before allowing them to place bets or orders. To protect user privacy, the law mandates that these platforms collect only the data strictly necessary for age verification and must delete any such data once it is no longer needed. The Federal Trade Commission is given the authority to enforce these age verification rules and can issue penalties for violations. Additionally, the legislation establishes a new Office of the Retail Advocate and an Advisory Council within the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to better protect individual investors and oversee the regulation of event contracts.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates facial recognition for age verification while strictly limiting data collection and deletion, enhancing consumer protection and privacy.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Emerging Technology Online Safety
Josh Gottheimer (D) · 9 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9800: Protection Against Mass Surveillance Act

The Protection Against Mass Surveillance Act prohibits federal agencies from buying, using, or contracting for automated surveillance systems that rely on license plate recognition, facial recognition, biometric identification, or other technologies designed for mass tracking. It also prevents state, local, and tribal governments from using federal funds to acquire or operate these same surveillance tools. If federal agencies obtain data in violation of these rules, the law requires them to delete the information within 30 days and bars its use as evidence in any court or administrative proceeding.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts mass surveillance tools to protect civil liberties and enhance police accountability, aligning with criminal justice reform goals.85% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts the use of surveillance technologies like facial recognition and biometric ID by federal and state agencies, limiting their deployment.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Courts Emerging Technology
Tim Burchett (R) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9646: Quantum-Enhanced Critical Minerals Mapping Act of 2026

This bill directs the U.S. Geological Survey to launch a program using advanced quantum technology to map critical minerals on Federal lands. The initiative requires the agency to conduct mobile surveys in specific western regions, comparing new quantum data with existing records to improve how well they detect mineral deposits. Survey results will be shared publicly and with mining companies to encourage private investment, while state geological surveys will be consulted throughout the process. Additionally, the bill mandates that the Secretary of the Interior submit a detailed report to Congress within two years, outlining the survey findings, cost comparisons, and recommendations for future scaling.
Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill promotes critical minerals mapping to enable mining investment, supporting energy infrastructure and production.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly directs the USGS to launch a program using advanced quantum technology to map critical minerals, thereby advancing and funding this emerging tech area.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Emerging Technology
Jeff Hurd (R) · 2 co-sponsors
in committee · United States · House Jul 2, 2026

HR 9585: Advancing American Quantum Leadership Act of 2026

The Advancing American Quantum Leadership Act of 2026 updates the Export-Import Bank Act to broaden the scope of technology covered under export restrictions. Specifically, it changes the language from "Quantum computing" to "Quantum information science and technology" within the section governing exports to China. This modification allows the Export-Import Bank to apply existing transformational export controls to a wider range of quantum-related innovations. The change directly impacts how the bank evaluates and regulates the sale of advanced quantum technologies to foreign entities.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens US leadership in quantum technology by expanding export controls to protect national security and advance domestic innovation.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Emerging Technology
Michael Lawler (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · United States · House Jun 30, 2026

HR 9550: Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act

This bill establishes a Strategic Defense Innovation Working Group to facilitate cooperation between the United States and Ukraine on developing and producing unmanned military systems. The group, led by senior U.S. defense officials and including Ukrainian representatives, will identify effective drone technologies used by Ukraine and explore ways to co-develop, co-produce, and acquire them in the United States. Key provisions include creating frameworks for sharing military data and intellectual property, assessing supply chains to avoid reliance on adversarial nations, and reporting regularly to Congress on progress and legal barriers. The initiative aims to accelerate the deployment of proven Ukrainian drone capabilities while ensuring secure and compliant integration into U.S. defense efforts.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a working group to co-develop and produce advanced unmanned drone technologies, directly advancing military tech capabilities.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Emerging Technology
Marcy Kaptur (D) · 8 co-sponsors
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