Technology

in committee · United States · Senate Jun 8, 2026

S 4695: CONSENT Act

The CONSENT Act establishes a federal civil remedy for individuals who receive unsolicited intimate visual depictions, including those created using artificial intelligence or deepfake technology, without their consent. It defines consent as a voluntary and conscious authorization and prohibits the transmission of such images when the sender knows or should know the recipient has not agreed to receive them. Victims can sue for damages up to $1,000 or compensation for emotional distress, along with court orders to stop the distribution, while minors can file suit through guardians with their identities kept private. The law explicitly excludes good faith transmissions for medical, educational, or law enforcement purposes and clarifies that it does not override existing criminal laws or First Amendment rights.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes civil remedies for non-consensual intimate imagery, enhancing victim protection and accountability within the justice system.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects individuals from non-consensual deepfakes, enhancing digital privacy and cybersecurity against harmful AI misuse.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9193: Powering the Future of American Space Dominance Act

The Powering the Future of American Space Dominance Act directs NASA to develop and report on plans for using nuclear power and propulsion systems to support future missions to the Moon and Mars. It requires the agency to submit detailed updates on nuclear technology progress, including timelines for demonstrating radioisotope power systems and fission reactors on the lunar surface by 2030. Additionally, the bill authorizes NASA to study and potentially enter into agreements with private companies to provide power on the Moon, while also mandating a review of legal protections for commercial partners involved in space nuclear activities.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs NASA to develop nuclear power and propulsion systems, explicitly advancing nuclear energy infrastructure for space missions.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly directs NASA to develop and fund nuclear power and propulsion systems for space missions, advancing technology in energy and propulsion.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Nuclear

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 4652: Advancing Automation Research and Development in Agriculture Act

This bill creates a new competitive grant program to help specialty crop farmers in the United States adopt automation and mechanization technologies. The program provides funding to develop cost-effective tools that reduce manual labor, improve farmworker safety, and increase efficiency in growing, harvesting, and processing crops. Grants will prioritize projects that include training for farmworkers to operate new technology and ensure clear communication of results to the public. Starting in fiscal year 2026, the Department of Agriculture must set aside at least $30 million annually for this initiative to accelerate the development and testing of these innovations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a new competitive grant program to fund automation research and development for agriculture, directly increasing government spending on essential programs.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill explicitly aims to improve farmworker safety and includes funding for worker training on new automation technologies.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds automation and mechanization technologies for agriculture, aiming to improve efficiency and safety.90% confidence

Tags Agriculture

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in committee · United States · House Jun 3, 2026

HR 9133: Accountability for Government Censorship Act

The Accountability for Government Censorship Act requires federal agencies to report any instances where they contacted private platforms to remove speech, add disclaimers, or restrict access over the five years prior to the law's enactment. These reports must be submitted to the Office of Management and Budget and include detailed information such as the names of involved officials, the specific platforms contacted, and the justifications for the actions taken. An Office of Management and Budget report will then summarize these communications for Congress, while agency Inspectors General will review compliance and mandate briefings for any agencies found to have failed in their reporting duties.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates reporting of government censorship of online platforms, thereby protecting digital rights and free speech against state overreach.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 2, 2026

S 4667: Open Courts Act of 2026

The Open Courts Act of 2026 creates a single, modernized online system to store and display public records for most federal courts in the United States. This centralized platform will automatically make court documents, audio recordings, and opinions available to the public immediately upon filing, while also offering features like searchable databases, email notifications for case updates, and permanent links for easy access. To help fund the development and maintenance of this new system, the bill introduces a fee structure that charges higher rates for high-volume users and government agencies while keeping basic access free for everyone. Additionally, the law sets strict standards for digital accessibility, cybersecurity, and data privacy, and requires regular audits to ensure the system meets user needs and remains secure.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances transparency and public access to court records, strengthening judicial oversight and accountability within the criminal justice system.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates a modernized online system for public records, enhancing digital access and infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Cybersecurity Data Privacy Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9177: Improving Mentorship in STEM Higher Education Act

This bill establishes a five-year demonstration program to fund projects that improve mentorship practices for faculty, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. It allows the National Science Foundation to award grants to universities and nonprofit organizations for initiatives focused on building mentoring skills, training cultural competencies, and researching better mentorship methods, with special priority given to minority-serving and rural institutions. Additionally, the legislation updates reporting requirements to include institutional processes for addressing harassment, discrimination, and professional misconduct. The program is authorized to receive up to $5 million annually from fiscal years 2027 through 2031, with a requirement to report on its effectiveness after five years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a funded demonstration program for STEM mentorship, directly increasing government spending on education initiatives.85% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill establishes a funding program to improve mentorship in STEM higher education, directly supporting educational access and faculty development.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds STEM mentorship to strengthen the technology workforce and research capacity.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9339: Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act

The Affordable Innovation for the Grid Act directs the Department of Energy to study how artificial intelligence and high-performance computing can improve the reliability and efficiency of the national power grid. This assessment will specifically examine how these technologies can speed up the process of connecting new power sources to the grid and identify any technical or cybersecurity barriers to their use. Within one year of passing, the Department of Energy must submit a report to Congress outlining its findings and offering recommendations to overcome identified limitations and encourage wider adoption of these tools. The bill primarily affects federal agencies responsible for energy oversight and the electric power industry, aiming to gather data rather than immediately changing laws.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs DOE to study AI for grid efficiency and reliability, advancing energy infrastructure and efficiency.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill directs DOE to study AI and high-performance computing to improve grid reliability and efficiency, explicitly examining cybersecurity barriers.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Resilience Transmission Artificial Intelligence Cybersecurity Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · House Jun 18, 2026

HRES 1374: Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that parents should be provided clear, accurate, and useful information about the content of video programming so they can make informed decisions for their children.

This resolution expresses the House's sense that parents need clear and accurate information about video content to make informed decisions for their children. It calls on the Federal Communications Commission to modernize the existing ratings system to cover all video platforms, including streaming services, and to ensure content descriptions are neutral and specific. The bill also urges the creation of an oversight body that includes parents and child advocates alongside industry representatives to increase transparency in how ratings are assigned. Ultimately, it seeks to improve parental guidance tools and public awareness without mandating specific changes to current laws.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill aims to enhance consumer protection and digital rights by modernizing content ratings for streaming services, ensuring parents have accurate information to make informed decisions.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 11, 2026

HR 9285: Heat Emergency Assessment and Tracking using AI Act

The HEAT AI Act authorizes funding to create a pilot program that grants money to up to five organizations for developing artificial intelligence tools designed to better detect and track heat-related illnesses and deaths. These tools will analyze medical records and weather data to identify cases that current systems often miss due to inconsistent reporting or coding limitations. The program requires grant recipients to include diverse urban and rural communities, ensure strict privacy compliance, and train medical professionals while issuing national guidelines to standardize how heat-related deaths are documented.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly authorizes funding for a pilot program to develop AI tools for tracking heat-related illnesses, directly advancing fiscal management of public health services.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill authorizes funding for AI tools to better detect and track heat-related illnesses, improving public health surveillance and patient outcomes.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly funds the development of AI tools to improve public health tracking, directly advancing technology application.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House May 20, 2026

HR 8936: Digital Opportunity Foundation Act of 2026

The Digital Opportunity Foundation Act of 2026 establishes a new nonprofit organization called the Foundation for Digital Opportunity to help communities with low broadband adoption rates gain access to technology and digital skills training. The bill directs the Department of Commerce to create a temporary committee that will set up the foundation's leadership board and ensure it qualifies for tax-exempt status. Once established, the foundation will raise funds from private and public sources to award grants for projects that promote digital literacy, support emerging technologies like artificial intelligence, and improve internet access for underserved populations. The foundation is governed by a diverse board of directors and an executive director, and it must submit regular reports to Congress while operating independently from the federal government.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes a foundation to fund digital skills training and broadband access, utilizing tax-exempt status and directing Commerce to facilitate private/public funding.75% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill expands educational access by providing technology and digital skills training to low-broadband communities.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes a foundation to expand broadband access and digital skills training, directly promoting digital equity and internet access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Broadband Access

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