Technology: Oklahoma Congressional Delegation

in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9858: STRATA Act of 2026

The STRATA Act of 2026 establishes a new program within the Department of State to foster international partnerships focused on advancing critical minerals technologies, aiming to strengthen U.S. supply chains and national security. This initiative allows the Secretary of State to form alliances with allied and partner nations, universities, and private companies while explicitly prohibiting collaborations with designated countries of concern such as China and Russia. Key provisions include the creation of International Centers of Excellence for research and training, the development of a digital platform to connect stakeholders with funding opportunities, and the establishment of clear guidelines for intellectual property and data security within these partnerships. The program authorizes the use of specific funding sources to support joint projects in extraction, recycling, and manufacturing, with a requirement that all activities conclude within ten years of the bill's enactment.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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 Justice ✗ Technology

Sub-Topics Courts Emerging Technology

in committee · United States · House Sep 10, 2026

HR 9342: GPO Modernization Act of 2026

The GPO Modernization Act of 2026 updates the operations and oversight of the Government Publishing Office to improve how federal documents are produced, distributed, and preserved. The bill redesigns the oversight committee from the Joint Committee on Printing to the Joint Committee on Publishing and expands the GPO's authority to manage digital content, accept gifts, and simplify procurement processes. It also establishes a National Collection of U.S. Government Public Information to ensure permanent, free public access to federal publications and modernizes rules for depository libraries to better serve communities with both physical and digital resources. Additionally, the legislation shifts the requirement for the Annotated Constitution from hardbound print versions to digital formats available online, starting after the October 2026 Supreme Court term.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9334: Workforce for AI Trust Act

The Workforce for AI Trust Act directs the National Science Foundation and the National Institute of Standards and Technology to expand the American workforce capable of developing and governing artificial intelligence. It establishes new fellowship programs to train graduate and postdoctoral researchers from diverse fields, including the humanities and social sciences, to focus on the trustworthy design and evaluation of AI systems. Additionally, the bill requires NIST to create a standardized framework that defines the skills and roles needed for AI work, aiming to help industries and government agencies better identify and fill talent gaps. These provisions also mandate that peer review panels for AI research include experts from multiple disciplines to ensure broad perspectives are considered during the evaluation process.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 24, 2026

S 4591: NO FAKES Act of 2026

The NO FAKES Act of 2026 establishes a new property right for individuals to control the creation and use of their digital voice and visual likeness replicas, extending protection to both living people and their heirs for up to 70 years after death. The bill requires companies and platforms that distribute these digital replicas or sell tools to create them to obtain explicit authorization from the right holder, while also setting up a notification system for online services to remove unauthorized content. Additionally, the law preempts existing state laws regarding digital likeness rights and includes specific penalties and safe harbor protections for platforms that comply with the new requirements.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection Digital Government

in committee · United States · Senate Jul 22, 2026

S 4429: Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026

The Connected Vehicle Security Act of 2026 restricts the importation, sale, and use of connected vehicles and related technology from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea to protect national security. Starting in 2027, the bill generally bans these vehicles if they originate from or are controlled by these countries, with separate restrictions on software and hardware taking effect in 2030. The Secretary of Commerce is authorized to issue specific exemptions for items that do not pose a security risk and must publish a list of approved products. The law also requires companies to submit declarations confirming their vehicles comply with the rules and imposes heavy fines for violations.

Topics ✗ Technology ✗ Transportation

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles

in committee · United States · House May 13, 2026

HR 8791: IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act

The IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act authorizes federal grants to Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) to fund long-term improvements to their campus facilities and infrastructure. These grants are awarded competitively to eligible HBCUs based on criteria such as the age of their facilities, deferred maintenance needs, financial capacity, and student enrollment levels. Recipients may use the funds to construct or renovate buildings, upgrade technology and broadband systems, improve safety measures, and develop workforce training hubs, while being prohibited from using the money for routine maintenance or athletic facilities. The legislation also includes provisions for reporting on project outcomes and requires institutions to create comprehensive master plans that involve consultation with diverse campus and community stakeholders.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Higher Education Broadband Access

in committee · United States · Senate May 18, 2026

S 4555: GAME Act of 2026

The GAME Act of 2026 prohibits large digital advertising platforms from showing targeted ads for sports gambling to anyone under 18 years old. This ban takes effect one year after the law is passed and applies to major social media sites, search engines, and ad networks that have over 100 million monthly users. The Federal Trade Commission is responsible for enforcing the rule, with repeated violations potentially leading to criminal fines of up to $100,000 per ad instance. The legislation defines specific types of data used for targeting, such as precise location tracking and unique device identifiers, while excluding simple context-based ads or those requested directly by users.

Topics ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Social Media

in committee · United States · Senate May 14, 2026

S 4539: Protecting Charitable Giving Act

The Protecting Charitable Giving Act strengthens penalties for unauthorized disclosures of donor information from certain tax-exempt organizations, specifically raising fines to a range of $10,000 to $250,000. It also expands legal venue options to allow prosecutions in the district where victims reside and requires the IRS to issue reports detailing audit results and prevention steps for such breaches. These changes directly affect organizations classified under sections 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) that maintain records of contributor names or addresses.

Topics ✓ Technology

in committee · United States · House Mar 16, 2026

HR 7936: Bioindustrial Scale-Up for Supply Chains and Energy Resiliency Act of 2026

This bill establishes a federal program to create at least two bioindustrial technology maturation facilities by 2030, which will serve as shared research and testing centers for developing biotechnology products that enhance energy security. These facilities will provide precommercial-scale testing, pilot production, and workforce training for companies and researchers working with biological systems to manufacture materials and products, with locations chosen to support diverse regional needs and supply chains. The legislation defines key terms related to biomanufacturing and waste streams, mandates collaboration with industry and academic partners, and authorizes $225.5 million in funding from 2026 through 2030 to support these efforts.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment ✓ Technology

Sub-Topics Energy Resilience

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