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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 20, 2025

S 658: Protecting Investors’ Personally Identifiable Information Act

This bill prohibits the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) from requiring national securities exchanges, associations, or their members to share investors' personally identifiable information (PII) - like names, addresses, or Social Security numbers - for routine consolidated audit trail reporting. It allows the SEC to request PII *only* during investigations into securities law violations or related enforcement actions, and requires exchanges to provide it within 24 hours (or a reasonable extension). The SEC must destroy any such PII within 24 hours after the investigation concludes. The bill directly affects securities exchanges and their members by restricting how they handle investor data under federal reporting rules.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts SEC from routine PII sharing, enhancing data privacy protections per bill's explicit focus on limiting unnecessary data disclosure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 5, 2025

S 863: Genomic Data Protection Act

S 863, the Genomic Data Protection Act, gives consumers greater control over their genetic information collected by direct-to-consumer genetic testing companies (like 23andMe or AncestryDNA). It requires these companies to provide simple tools for consumers to access their genomic data, delete their accounts (including associated data), and request destruction of biological samples (such as saliva swabs). Companies must also clearly disclose how deidentified data may be used for research and notify consumers 30 days before a company acquisition, detailing how consumer rights will be honored under new ownership. The Federal Trade Commission will enforce these requirements as unfair or deceptive practices under existing law, with companies required to fulfill deletion requests within 30 days. This bill directly affects consumers who use genetic testing services and the companies that collect their genomic data, excluding healthcare providers using genetic data for medical diagnosis.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProtects genetic data privacy and consumer control, aligning with patient rights in healthcare services and data protection standards.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances consumer data privacy for genomic data by mandating access, deletion, and disclosure controls - directly advancing data privacy protections in technology.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Apr 22, 2026

HR 6624: Biological Intellectual Property Protection Act of 2025

HR 6624, the Biological Intellectual Property Protection Act of 2025, requires export licenses for digital files representing human- or AI-designed synthetic DNA or RNA sequences when sent to foreign entities linked to countries designated as national security concerns (like China). It directly affects biotechnology companies and researchers exporting such digital sequence data, mandating licenses for these specific exports within one year of the law's enactment. The key mechanism is a new license requirement under export controls, targeting digital files that could reveal sensitive biotechnology research. This policy change aims to prevent foreign adversaries from accessing U.S. biotech intellectual property through synthetic biology data exports.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyMandates export licenses for synthetic DNA digital files to designated countries, restricting data flow and aligning with 'restrict' indicator for technology data exports.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 17, 2025

S 2262: American Voices in Federal Lands Act

This bill requires that public comments on federal land management rules (administered by the Bureau of Land Management) must come only from U.S. citizens, replacing the previous standard. It mandates that agencies implement CAPTCHA systems to prevent artificial intelligence from submitting comments, explicitly stating this is to deter AI-driven public involvement. The changes apply to rulemaking under the Federal Land Policy and Management Act, affecting how the public can participate in decisions about national public lands. The bill does not alter land management policies but modifies the process for gathering public input.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill explicitly restricts AI participation in public comments via CAPTCHA to deter AI involvement, directly limiting technology use in rulemaking.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 6, 2025

HR 3807: FAST Act

HR 3807, the FAST Act, authorizes the Department of Defense to purchase artificial intelligence-related software and data using flexible, subscription-based models (like "software as a service" or "data as a service") instead of traditional one-time purchases. It allows the DoD to use existing funding for these acquisitions and requires new regulations to govern how such procurements are managed and overseen. The bill directly affects the DoD’s AI development efforts by changing procurement rules to enable faster access to modern technology. Key provisions include permitting cloud-based data/software delivery, modifying existing software, and requiring oversight rules for AI system acquisitions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables DoD to use flexible AI procurement models (SaaS/DaaS), advancing AI development by streamlining acquisition of AI software/data.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 5, 2025

S 417: INFORM Act

The INFORM Act aims to increase access to independent information for citizens of the People's Republic of China (PRC) who face internet censorship. It establishes a "Global News Service" to curate and distribute uncensored Mandarin Chinese-language content, creates an interagency task force to coordinate efforts, and authorizes $75 million over five years for these initiatives. The bill focuses on developing circumvention tools to bypass China's internet censorship (Great Firewall), creating content addressing PRC citizens' interests, and improving coordination among U.S. government agencies. The strategy requires the President to submit a plan within one year detailing how to improve access to independent information for PRC citizens both inside and outside China. This legislation addresses the imbalance in information access between the United States and China's censorship regime.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyEstablishes circumvention tools to bypass China's Great Firewall, directly expanding internet access for citizens under censorship.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 27, 2025

S 809: Saving Privacy Act

The Saving Privacy Act (S 809) strengthens financial privacy by requiring warrants for government access to customer financial data and amending the Right to Financial Privacy Act to limit government surveillance. It terminates the Consolidated Audit Trail, a centralized database of financial transactions, and prohibits federal agencies from developing a central bank digital currency. The bill also establishes a congressional review process for agency regulations to increase transparency and protects consumers' ability to use convertible virtual currency (like Bitcoin) for personal purchases without federal restrictions. These provisions collectively aim to enhance individual privacy rights in financial transactions and limit government overreach in financial data collection.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyStrengthens financial data privacy via warrant requirements, terminates centralized transaction database, and prohibits government digital currency development, directly protecting user data privacy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Feb 24, 2025

HR 1529: Access Technology Affordability Act of 2025

The Access Technology Affordability Act of 2025 creates a new tax credit for individuals who purchase technology designed to assist blind people, such as screen readers or braille displays. This credit covers up to $2,000 in expenses per three-year period for qualified access technology used by the taxpayer, their spouse, or a blind dependent. The credit adjusts for inflation after 2026 but does not apply to costs already covered by other tax benefits. The credit expires after 2030, with adjustments for cost-of-living changes starting in 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates tax credit for disability access tech, providing targeted tax relief for lower-income individuals with disabilities.85% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill provides tax credits for assistive technology used by blind individuals, improving access to healthcare services and accommodations.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax credit for assistive tech (screen readers, braille displays), promoting digital accessibility for blind users, aligning with digital equity goals.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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in committee · United States · House Nov 18, 2025

HR 6051: To Inform Families First Act of 2025

This bill requires states to develop voluntary systems allowing drivers to add emergency contact information to their license records. States would receive federal grants or technical assistance to create these systems, which must include strong data security, limit access to emergency personnel during crises, and ensure no physical display on licenses. Drivers would not be required to provide contact details, and the information would only be accessible during emergencies. States must report on implementation to Congress within one year.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates strong data security and limited access for emergency contact systems, directly supporting data privacy protections in technology systems.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · United States · Senate May 6, 2025

S 1618: Precision Agriculture Loan Act of 2025

S 1618, the Precision Agriculture Loan Act of 2025, amends existing farm loan programs to specifically include funding for precision agriculture. It expands loan eligibility for farmers to adopt precision agriculture practices (like GPS-guided equipment) and acquire related technologies (such as soil sensors). The bill adds new provisions allowing these loans to also support participation in environmental incentive programs under the Food Security Act of 1985. It streamlines administration by enabling the Farm Service Agency's Deputy Administrator to handle these loans and simplifying approvals with conservation agencies. This directly affects farmers seeking to modernize operations with technology, with the program now authorized through 2029.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill explicitly links precision agriculture loans to participation in environmental incentive programs under Food Security Act, promoting resource-efficient farming practices that conserve natural resources.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds adoption of precision agriculture technology (GPS, sensors) via expanded farm loans, directly advancing agricultural tech use.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Conservation Tags Agriculture

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