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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 10, 2026

S 3249: Strategic Subsea Cables Act of 2026

The Strategic Subsea Cables Act of 2026 aims to protect critical subsea fiber-optic cables that form the backbone of global internet infrastructure. It requires the U.S. government to increase engagement in international bodies like the International Cable Protection Committee, establish an interagency committee for coordination, and impose sanctions on foreign entities damaging cables. The bill mandates annual reports on Chinese and Russian cable activities, strengthens information sharing between government and private cable owners, and creates new reporting requirements for U.S. agencies. These provisions directly affect U.S. government agencies, private cable companies, and foreign entities that might threaten cable security. The act focuses on enhancing the security, resilience, and protection of subsea cable networks that are vital for global communications.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProtects critical internet infrastructure (subsea cables), ensuring reliable global connectivity and cybersecurity as core components of technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 30, 2025

S 2558: The National Quantum Cybersecurity Migration Strategy Act of 2025.

This bill requires the federal government to develop a strategy for migrating to post-quantum cryptography (PQC), which is encryption designed to withstand attacks from future quantum computers. Within 180 days, a federal subcommittee must create a national strategy defining when quantum computers pose a threat, assessing risks for each agency, and setting performance measures for four migration stages (preparation, inventory, implementation, and monitoring). It also mandates a pilot program where sector risk management agencies must upgrade at least one high-impact federal system to PQC by January 2027. The bill directs cost surveys for agencies and annual progress reports from the Comptroller General to track implementation across federal systems.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates federal strategy for quantum-resistant encryption migration, directly enhancing cybersecurity against future quantum threats per bill's core purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 27, 2025

S 763: Telehealth Expansion Act of 2025

This bill amends IRS rules to require health insurance plans to cover telehealth services without applying deductibles, preventing plans from being disqualified as high-deductible health plans (HDHPs) solely because they waive deductibles for telehealth. It directly affects health insurance plans and employers offering HDHPs by changing how telehealth services are treated under IRS regulations. Key provisions include creating a specific exemption for telehealth services in the Internal Revenue Code and clarifying that such coverage does not disqualify plans from HDHP status. The changes take effect for plan years starting after December 31, 2024.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareMandates insurance coverage of telehealth without deductibles, expanding access to healthcare services and aligning with healthcare access support indicators.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill removes financial barriers for telehealth coverage, promoting technology adoption in healthcare services per IRS rule changes.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Telehealth Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · House Mar 20, 2026

HR 7734: Land Grant Research Prioritization Act of 2026

HR 7734, the Land Grant Research Prioritization Act of 2026, directs existing federal research grant programs to prioritize four specific agricultural research areas. It adds new funding priorities for mechanized harvesting technologies (especially for specialty crops), artificial intelligence applications in farming (focusing on specialty crop production), invasive species management, and sustainable aquaculture methods. These grants will be awarded to land-grant colleges and universities, as defined by federal law, to develop and test these specific technologies and approaches. The bill does not create new funding but shifts emphasis within current programs toward these targeted research goals.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill prioritizes sustainable aquaculture (environmental conservation) and invasive species management (ecosystem protection), directly advancing environmental goals.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds AI applications in farming and mechanized harvesting tech for specialty crops, directly advancing agricultural technology priorities.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2025

HR 1873: Broadband Grant Tax Treatment Act

HR 1873, the Broadband Grant Tax Treatment Act, excludes certain federal broadband grants from taxable income for recipients. It directly affects entities (like internet providers or local governments) receiving qualifying grants under specific programs, including the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program and State Digital Equity Capacity Grants established by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The bill prevents double tax benefits by disallowing deductions for expenses covered by these excluded grants and reduces the adjusted basis of related property. This change applies to grants received in taxable years ending after March 11, 2023.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExcludes federal broadband grants from taxable income, providing tax relief to recipients and preventing double taxation on public infrastructure funding.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill enables tax-free broadband grants for entities supporting digital equity programs, directly enhancing educational access and infrastructure for schools under Infrastructure Act provisions.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExcludes broadband grants from taxable income, reducing financial barriers for providers and local governments deploying infrastructure, directly expanding internet access.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · House Dec 11, 2025

HR 6291: Children and Teens’ Online Privacy Protection Act

This bill amends the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) to extend protections to teens aged 12-17 in addition to children under 13. It requires operators of websites, online services, applications, and mobile apps to obtain verifiable consent from parents for children's personal information and from teens themselves for teens' personal information. The bill prohibits operators from using children's or teens' personal information for individual-specific advertising without consent, mandates clear privacy notices, and requires data deletion upon request. It also establishes new reporting requirements for the Federal Trade Commission regarding high-impact social media companies that affect children or teens.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExtends COPPA protections to teens (12-17), mandates parental/teen consent for data use, prohibits non-consensual targeted advertising - strengthens data privacy regulations for tech companies.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 8, 2025

S 3387: One Fair Price Act of 2025

The One Fair Price Act of 2025 prohibits businesses from charging different prices for the same product or service based on surveillance data (such as tracking online behavior or personal information). It specifically bans price discrimination using this data, while allowing price differences for legitimate reasons like cost-based pricing, broad group discounts (e.g., for teachers or veterans), or loyalty programs with clear disclosure. The Federal Trade Commission enforces the law, and states or individuals can sue for violations, seeking damages or injunctions. The bill also requires a joint study on its impact on small businesses within one year of enactment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly bans price discrimination using surveillance data, strengthening consumer data privacy protections by prohibiting misuse of personal information for pricing.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 4, 2025

S 3355: National Strategy for Combating Scams Act of 2025

This bill directs the FBI to lead a working group of 18 federal agencies - including the FTC, CFPB, and Department of Homeland Security - to develop a National Strategy for Combating Scams within two years. The strategy must establish a common scam definition, coordinate federal efforts, and incorporate input from scam survivors, older adults, businesses, and law enforcement. It requires agencies to improve data sharing, prevent scams through evidence-based methods, and update the strategy every five years. The FBI, FTC, and CFPB must adopt the agreed-upon scam definition within one year of the strategy's publication.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates federal coordination to combat digital scams via data sharing and evidence-based prevention, enhancing cybersecurity measures90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Tags Consumer Protection

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 29, 2025

S 2528: Unleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services Act

The Unleashing AI Innovation in Financial Services Act creates a new pathway for financial institutions to test AI-powered financial products with regulatory flexibility. Financial institutions can apply to their regulatory agency for an "alternative compliance strategy" that would temporarily waive or modify certain regulations for a limited time, provided they demonstrate how the AI test project serves the public interest, improves consumer access, and manages risks. Regulatory agencies must review applications within 120 days and report annually to Congress on outcomes of these AI test projects without disclosing proprietary information. This law directly affects banks, brokerages, investment firms, and other financial institutions regulated by agencies like the SEC, CFPB, and FDIC.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates regulatory flexibility for AI testing in finance, enabling innovation while requiring public interest and risk management demonstrations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 3877: Investing in Tomorrow's Workforce Act of 2026

The Investing in Tomorrow's Workforce Act of 2026 provides federal grants to support training programs for workers at risk of losing jobs due to automation, with priority given to women, people of color, and lower-wage workers (those earning less than $40,000 annually). The bill authorizes funding for eligible partnerships to develop demonstration projects that help dislocated workers transition into in-demand technology sectors through skills training, job placement assistance, and employer partnerships. It expands existing workforce training programs under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to specifically address automation-related job displacement and requires grantees to report on outcomes including job placements, earnings data, and demographic breakdowns. The legislation is authorized for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 with funding for both new demonstration projects and expanded existing training services.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAuthorizes federal grants for workforce training programs targeting lower-wage workers, directly funding essential public services as per budget support indicators.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProvides federal grants for worker retraining targeting automation-affected workers, prioritizing women, people of color, and lower-wage workers ($40k+), advancing workforce transition into tech sectors.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds training to transition workers into tech sectors, promoting workforce development and digital equity in technology90% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development

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