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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5345: A bill to provide for the delivery of artificial intelligence functional bills of materials, and for other purposes.

This bill requires contractors to submit an "artificial intelligence functional bill of materials" before the Department of Defense can enter into, renew, or extend any contract for goods or services that utilize artificial intelligence. This document must provide a detailed, machine-readable inventory of the specific software models, data sources, and hardware infrastructure supporting the AI system to allow the military to assess security risks and vulnerabilities. The legislation also mandates that existing software supply chain rules apply to AI systems and requires the Department of Defense to issue cybersecurity guidelines for securely storing these inventories.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill mandates detailed AI inventories for DoD contracts to assess security risks and vulnerabilities, directly enhancing cybersecurity and digital safety standards.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity

Sponsor Elissa Slotkin (D)

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 4, 2026

S 5229: SWIPES Act

The SWIPES Act strengthens federal laws against financial fraud by explicitly including gift cards and digital credentials in the definition of "access devices" under existing statutes. It significantly increases prison sentences for individuals who traffic large quantities of counterfeit or unauthorized access devices, with penalties reaching up to 30 years for offenses involving more than 1,000 items. Additionally, the bill introduces a new federal offense that mandates an extra two-year consecutive prison sentence for anyone who commits fraud against victims over the age of 60.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill explicitly increases prison sentences to up to 30 years and introduces new federal offenses with mandatory penalties, aligning with indicators for opposing criminal justice reform by expanding punishment.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill enhances cybersecurity by criminalizing fraud involving digital credentials and gift cards, protecting users from financial harm in the digital economy.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections

Sponsor Ashley Moody (R)

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5333: Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act

The Advancing American Wi-Fi Against Foreign Adversaries Act requires the Secretary of Commerce to develop a comprehensive strategy for promoting global adoption of Wi-Fi and unlicensed wireless technologies, with a specific focus on the 2027 World Radiocommunication Conference in Shanghai. This plan must be created in coordination with multiple federal agencies, including the Federal Communications Commission and the Department of State, and must include strategies to counter efforts by foreign adversaries to undermine U.S. technological leadership. The legislation mandates that the government seek public input during the planning process and submit a progress report to Congress within 90 days after the conference concludes.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly aims to promote global adoption of Wi-Fi and unlicensed wireless technologies, directly advancing the technology sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

Sponsor Jacky Rosen (D) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5310: Robotics Supply Chain Improvement Act

The Robotics Supply Chain Improvement Act directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology to identify barriers to data sharing for artificial intelligence and robotics development, while also coordinating with industry to establish standards for emerging technologies like humanoid robots. The bill requires NIST to work with the Departments of Education and Labor to create training curricula that upskill workers for the robotics sector. Additionally, it mandates that NASA prioritize licensing its robotics-related patents and technologies to the private sector to support the domestic industrial base. Finally, the Secretary of Commerce is required to submit annual reports to Congress for five years detailing the rate of robotics adoption across various industries and geographic locations in the United States.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentThe bill explicitly directs NIST to work with the Department of Labor to create training curricula that upskill workers for the robotics sector, directly supporting employment standards and workforce development.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill directs NIST to remove barriers to AI/robotics data sharing, establish standards for emerging tech, and fund workforce training, actively advancing the technology sector.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

Sponsor Mike Rounds (R) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5284: Green New Deal for Public Housing Act

The Green New Deal for Public Housing Act directs federal funds to public housing agencies and tribal entities to rehabilitate, modernize, and electrify the nation's public housing stock into zero-carbon homes within ten years. The bill establishes grant programs that require recipients to conduct deep energy retrofits, install renewable energy systems, upgrade water quality infrastructure, and provide high-speed internet access to residents. In exchange for these funds, agencies must commit to maintaining their total number of housing units, ensuring displaced residents can return to their original projects, and adhering to strict labor standards that prioritize hiring low-income individuals and supporting resident-owned businesses. Additionally, the legislation strengthens tenant participation by mandating the formation of elected resident councils in larger developments and providing stipends for volunteer officers who help manage community operations.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs federal funds to electrify public housing, install renewable energy systems, and conduct deep energy retrofits, directly advancing clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill explicitly funds the electrification of public housing to zero-carbon standards, requiring deep energy retrofits and renewable energy systems, which directly advances climate change mitigation.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill directs federal funds to rehabilitate and modernize public housing stock, explicitly advancing affordable housing infrastructure and resident welfare.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly requires the provision of high-speed internet access to public housing residents as a condition for federal funding, directly advancing digital equity and connectivity.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Renewable Energy Water Quality Community Development Tenant Rights Broadband Access

Sponsor Bernard Sanders (I) · 6 co-sponsors

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5246: MATCH IT Act of 2026

The MATCH IT Act of 2026 directs the Department of Health and Human Services to create a uniform definition for patient match rates and establish a minimum data set required to accurately link patients with their medical records. These new standards would be integrated into federal health information technology certification criteria and Medicare interoperability program requirements, affecting electronic health record vendors and healthcare providers participating in these programs. To encourage adoption, the bill introduces a voluntary bonus measure within the Medicare Promoting Interoperability Program that allows eligible providers to receive payment adjustments for achieving high patient match rates, such as 90 percent or higher. Additionally, the legislation mandates the creation of an anonymous reporting program where providers can submit matching accuracy data to help the government monitor progress and adjust incentive thresholds over time.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareThe bill mandates interoperability standards and data linking for medical records to improve healthcare efficiency and patient care coordination.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill strengthens health information technology standards by mandating uniform data definitions and interoperability requirements for EHR vendors.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare

Sponsor Mark R. Warner (D) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5307: Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Talent Act

The Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Talent Act requires the Secretary of Homeland Security, in coordination with other federal officials, to develop a comprehensive strategy within 180 days to align immigration policies with national goals for attracting and retaining high-skilled talent in artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. The strategy must assess how current laws impact U.S. competitiveness, evaluate options for retaining foreign nationals trained in the United States, and identify specific high-priority occupations where domestic talent may be insufficient. Additionally, the plan must outline measures to protect national security through risk-based vetting and provide recommendations for administrative changes, such as revising the H-1B visa selection process, as well as potential legislative actions like creating a new visa class for entrepreneurs in critical sectors.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationThe bill explicitly directs the development of a strategy to align immigration policies with attracting and retaining high-skilled talent in AI, directly advancing immigration access for this group.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly aims to strengthen U.S. competitiveness in AI and emerging technologies by aligning immigration policies to attract and retain high-skilled talent.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

Sponsor Christopher A. Coons (D) · 1 co-sponsor

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5360: Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Act

The Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Act establishes a federal program to provide grants and technical assistance to small electric utilities, including rural cooperatives, municipally owned systems, and smaller investor-owned companies. The program aims to help these entities deploy advanced cybersecurity technologies and participate in threat information sharing networks to better protect against cyberattacks. Funding is prioritized for utilities with limited security resources or those operating critical infrastructure that supports the national power grid. The bill authorizes $250 million in appropriations over five years, from fiscal year 2027 through 2031, and exempts shared cybersecurity information from public disclosure under freedom of information laws.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyThe bill funds cybersecurity for electric utilities, directly protecting energy infrastructure and ensuring the resilience of the power grid.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly funds cybersecurity technologies and threat sharing for utilities, directly enhancing digital security infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Cybersecurity Tags Rural Communities

Sponsor David McCormick (R) · 4 co-sponsors

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 5, 2026

S 5252: BLADE Act

The BLADE Act directs the Department of Commerce to identify foreign entities, particularly those from China and Russia, that are conducting unauthorized "model extraction attacks" to steal capabilities from U.S. closed-source artificial intelligence models. The bill requires the government to publish a public list of these attackers and mandates their addition to the Entity List, which restricts their access to certain technologies and exports. Additionally, it authorizes the President to impose financial sanctions on identified individuals and entities, with specific exceptions for humanitarian assistance and national security activities.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill protects U.S. AI intellectual property by identifying and sanctioning foreign entities conducting model extraction attacks, thereby enhancing cybersecurity for digital assets.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

Sponsor Bill Hagerty (R) · 5 co-sponsors

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 6, 2026

S 5317: INSPIRES Act

The INSPIRES Act authorizes the Department of Education to provide funding for the modernization, renovation, or construction of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) facilities in public schools and career and technical education institutions. The bill establishes two primary grant programs: one that allocates funds to states to subgrant to local agencies for upgrading rural and Native American-serving schools, and another that offers direct grants, loan guarantees, or interest payments to eligible entities for broader STEM and vocational facility improvements. To receive these federal funds, states must contribute a 25 percent non-federal match, while local agencies receiving subgrants are required to provide a 10 percent match, with priority given to applicants who form public-private partnerships. The legislation authorizes at least $25 million annually for each program starting in fiscal year 2027 and requires the Secretary of Education to report biennially on how these facility upgrades impact student academic achievement.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationThe bill explicitly authorizes federal funding for the modernization and construction of STEM facilities in public schools and CTE institutions, directly advancing educational infrastructure.98% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly funds the modernization of STEM facilities in public schools, directly advancing technology education and infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Career & Technical Education

Sponsor Brian Schatz (D) · 1 co-sponsor

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