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in committee · United States · House Dec 23, 2025

HR 6920: SUCCESS for BEAD Act

The SUCCESS for BEAD Act (HR 6920) amends the BEAD program to allow states and other eligible entities to use remaining broadband grant funds for specific purposes. It authorizes the use of these funds for AI-supportive telecommunications infrastructure, workforce development, public safety, and national security initiatives through a competitive subgrant program. The bill establishes specific requirements including a public challenge process for fiber infrastructure projects and priorities for underserved areas and strategic infrastructure. It also includes detailed definitions and requirements for Next Generation 9-1-1 systems in emergency communications centers. The bill provides more specific guidance on how remaining funds can be used without changing the overall BEAD program structure.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentAuthorizes broadband funds for workforce development, directly supporting employment training initiatives under the bill's purposes.80% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAuthorizes BEAD funds for AI-supportive telecom infrastructure, directly advancing technology development through federal grant program.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Workforce Development Artificial Intelligence Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · Senate May 21, 2025

S 305: Small Business Technological Act of 2025

S 305, the Small Business Technological Act of 2025, expands eligibility for Small Business Administration (SBA) Section 7(a) loans to cover business software, cloud computing services, and AI-powered tools that support core operations like payroll, HR, sales, billing, accounting, and inventory management. The bill directly affects small businesses seeking SBA loans by allowing these funds to finance technology tools they previously could not use for such purposes. It explicitly excludes research and development from eligible uses and clarifies that existing working capital definitions remain unchanged. This policy change modifies the SBA’s existing loan program without creating new funding or altering prior loan approvals for qualifying technology.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExpands SBA loan eligibility for business software, cloud, and AI tools, directly funding technology adoption for small businesses' core operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Tags Small Business

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 6461: READ AI Models Act

The READ AI Models Act directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop a free, flexible template for documenting artificial intelligence (AI) models. The template would require basic details like developer information, training data cutoff dates, supported languages, and terms of service for both public and private sector AI models. NIST must gather public input through a 60-day comment period before finalizing the template and technical guidelines. If the pilot program proves effective, NIST would publish the template publicly and report to Congress within one year.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates transparent documentation of AI models (training data, developer info), promoting accountability and aligning with responsible technology governance standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 17, 2025

HR 4032: Lowering Broadband Costs for Consumers Act of 2025

This bill requires major internet companies (including social media, streaming services, and app stores) and broadband providers to contribute to the Universal Service Fund, which subsidizes affordable broadband in rural and high-cost areas. It exempts smaller companies that transmit less than 3% of U.S. broadband data or earn under $5 billion annually. The Federal Communications Commission must create a new support mechanism to help rural broadband providers cover costs, while ensuring contributions remain fair and predictable. The bill explicitly states it does not grant the FCC new authority over these companies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates contributions to Universal Service Fund for rural broadband subsidies, directly funding essential infrastructure through new revenue stream.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands broadband access which supports educational access and digital learning opportunities in schools, particularly in rural areas.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires major internet companies to fund rural broadband subsidies, expanding affordable internet access per bill's core purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Social Media Telecommunications Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · Senate Dec 16, 2025

S 3494: Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act

The Auto Data Privacy and Autonomy Act requires automakers to obtain explicit, written consent from vehicle owners before accessing or sharing their vehicle data (including location and personal information), except for safety improvements or emergencies. It prohibits selling personal data to specific foreign governments (like China, Russia, and North Korea) and mandates that owners have free, real-time access to all vehicle data - without fees, proprietary tools, or restrictions - via open interfaces to delete data or adjust settings. The Federal Trade Commission must report to Congress within 180 days on how automakers handle data, including cybersecurity risks and foreign data sharing. The law takes effect three months after enactment and is enforced under existing FTC authority.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires automaker consent for data access, prohibits foreign data sales, mandates free owner data access - directly enhances vehicle data privacy protections95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Cybersecurity Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 17, 2025

S 2346: Preparing Election Administrators for AI Act

This bill directs the Election Assistance Commission (EAC) to create voluntary guidelines for state and local election offices on managing artificial intelligence (AI) in elections. The guidelines must address AI's risks and benefits, cybersecurity threats, how AI affects sharing accurate election information, and how it might spread disinformation. The EAC must also study AI's use in the 2024 federal elections by July 2026 and update the guidelines based on that study. These guidelines are non-binding, meaning election offices choose whether to adopt them, and they aim to help election administrators navigate AI tools responsibly.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyDirects EAC to create voluntary cybersecurity guidelines for AI in elections, addressing risks and disinformation to enhance election security and data integrity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Tags Elections

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in committee · United States · Senate Oct 30, 2025

S 3084: ReConnecting Rural America Act of 2025

The ReConnecting Rural America Act of 2025 establishes a federal program to expand high-speed broadband access in underserved rural areas. It provides grants, loans, and combinations of both to eligible entities (like tribes, local governments, or cooperatives) for building broadband infrastructure, requiring new service to offer at least 100 Mbps download and upload speeds. Projects must target areas where at least 75% of households lack such service, with priority for communities where 90% lack it, or those facing economic hardship, isolation, or high poverty. The bill authorizes $650 million annually from 2026-2030 for this program, with funds allocated to ensure projects meet minimum speed standards and serve the most underserved rural households.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands broadband access in rural areas, enabling digital educational resources and remote learning access for underserved communities.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds broadband infrastructure expansion to 100+ Mbps in underserved areas, directly advancing internet access - a core technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 12, 2026

S 3854: Advanced Weather Model Computing Development Act

This bill requires the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to collaborate on research using advanced computing techniques - like AI, high-performance computing, and data analytics - to improve weather and climate models. It establishes a competitive funding process for federal agencies, National Laboratories, and universities to develop new models and optimize computing infrastructure, with up to three "centers of excellence" at National Labs prioritizing existing NOAA partnerships and AI computing expertise. The bill mandates reports to Congress within two years detailing progress, collaboration effectiveness, and future opportunities, and expires after five years. It directly affects NOAA, DOE, National Laboratories, and academic institutions participating in the funded research.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentFunds DOE/NOAA collaboration to improve climate models via AI/computing research, advancing climate science for environmental protection85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds AI and high-performance computing research for weather models, directly advancing tech infrastructure and data analytics capabilities as required by the bill.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Sep 29, 2025

S 2938: Artificial Intelligence Risk Evaluation Act of 2025

This bill creates a federal program requiring developers of powerful AI systems (defined as those using over 10²⁶ computing operations) to participate in mandatory testing. The Department of Energy will evaluate these systems for risks like loss-of-control scenarios, weaponization threats, or harm to civil liberties, collecting data on safety and behavior. Developers must share code, training data, and technical details with the program and face $1 million daily fines for non-compliance. The program runs for seven years, producing annual reports and a final oversight plan for Congress to inform future regulations on advanced AI.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates risk evaluation and transparency for powerful AI to prevent harm to civil liberties, aligning with regulating tech for consumer protection and digital rights.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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passed · United States · Senate Jun 23, 2026

S 2585: MAP for Broadband Funding Act

This bill requires the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to modernize the federal Broadband Funding Map, which tracks where broadband infrastructure funding is deployed. It mandates a notice of inquiry within 270 days to evaluate the map's data quality, public usability, and update timelines, and to consider expanding data categories. A separate GAO study (due within 180 days) will assess how well federal agencies maintain the map, coordinate data sharing, and whether improved use could save taxpayer money. The bill directly affects agencies receiving or managing broadband funding, including the FCC, NTIA, USDA, and others. It focuses on improving data transparency and efficiency in federal broadband spending, not on changing funding eligibility or amounts.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyModernizes broadband funding map to improve infrastructure deployment, directly advancing internet access and digital connectivity95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications

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