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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 9, 2026

S 4711: Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act

The Strategic Unmanned Systems Partnership Act establishes a joint working group between the United States and Ukraine to explore co-developing, co-producing, and acquiring specific low-cost, expendable unmanned systems. This group, co-chaired by senior U.S. defense officials and including Ukrainian military representatives, will analyze combat lessons from Ukraine to identify promising drone technologies and create frameworks for sharing data and intellectual property. The legislation mandates regular reports to Congress on progress, supply chain assessments, and potential legal barriers to accelerating the production and fielding of these systems in the U.S.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes co-development and acquisition of unmanned systems, advancing technology capabilities and defense innovation.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 4, 2026

S 4685: Ending Double Dealing Act of 2026

The Ending Double Dealing Act of 2026 prohibits the Department of Defense from contracting with consultancies that currently work for foreign adversaries or have done so within the last five years. This rule directly affects companies providing mission support services to the military, requiring them to disclose any existing or recent financial ties to designated hostile nations and entities. To comply, firms must certify that they are not receiving funds from or working with these adversarial groups, and failure to disclose such relationships can result in contract termination and a five-year ban on future government work. The law also mandates that the Defense Secretary issue specific policies and update acquisition regulations within the first year to enforce these new restrictions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances cybersecurity by restricting defense contracts to firms without ties to foreign adversaries, protecting national security infrastructure.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 10, 2026

S 4738: A bill to implement reforms relating to foreign intelligence surveillance authorities, protections relating to warrantless queries for the communications of United States persons, and for other purposes.

This bill strengthens privacy protections for U.S. citizens and residents by restricting how federal intelligence agencies can use warrantless data collection tools. It specifically limits the ability of government officers to search or access communications unless there is a significant foreign intelligence purpose or an immediate emergency involving threats to life. The legislation also requires agencies to create detailed electronic records for every search and access, ensuring these activities are documented and reviewed by oversight bodies. Additionally, the bill extends the expiration date for a key section of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act by nine months to March 12, 2027.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens privacy protections and restricts warrantless data collection, directly supporting digital rights and data privacy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Tags Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9189: Right to Record Act of 2026

The Right to Record Act of 2026 establishes a federal legal right for individuals to record, observe, or peacefully protest federal law enforcement activities in public view. It creates a new civil cause of action that allows individuals to sue federal officers and the United States government for specific retaliatory actions, such as arresting someone for recording or threatening them with database inclusion. Under this bill, violators could face civil penalties of up to $100,000 in punitive damages if the misconduct was done with malice or reckless disregard for rights. The law also mandates annual training for federal officers on respecting these rights while enforcing the law and clarifies that the right does not extend to physically restraining an officer.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances police accountability and protects civil rights by establishing a right to record and allowing lawsuits against retaliatory federal officers.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects digital rights by establishing a legal right to record law enforcement, preventing retaliation for using technology.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 8, 2026

S 4699: Guaranteeing Universal Access to Cybersecurity Act

The Guaranteeing Universal Access to Cybersecurity Act directs the Department of Homeland Security to provide $50 million annually starting in fiscal year 2027 to fund free cybersecurity services for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments. Under this bill, the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center must offer no-cost membership and access to threat intelligence and incident response support to all eligible entities that apply, with a specific focus on those lacking dedicated staff or operating on limited budgets. The legislation also requires the creation of a plan to identify and reach out to previously excluded or at-risk organizations to encourage their participation in the center's network. Additionally, the operator of the center must submit annual reports to Congress detailing membership levels, threat intelligence activities, and the effectiveness of outreach efforts to under-resourced entities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates $50M annually to fund free cybersecurity services for state and local governments, directly increasing funding for public services.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates $50M annually to fund free cybersecurity services and threat intelligence for governments, directly enhancing cybersecurity capabilities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 8, 2026

S 4697: HALO Act of 2026

The HALO Act of 2026 establishes strict rules for the U.S. Department of Defense regarding the design, testing, and use of artificial intelligence in autonomous and semi-autonomous weapon systems. It mandates that a human commander must always retain ultimate control over the use of force, requiring these systems to be designed so they cannot engage targets without prior human selection or authorization. The legislation also introduces rigorous pre-development and pre-fielding reviews, mandates detailed record-keeping for every engagement, and prohibits the use of AI for certain surveillance activities that could infringe on civil liberties. Additionally, the bill requires regular public reporting on AI usage, continuous monitoring for system failures, and specific protections for whistleblowers who raise concerns about safety or legal compliance.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts AI autonomy in weapons by mandating human control, limiting the development and use of advanced autonomous technology.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9178: Less Tax Paperwork for Digital Asset Owners Act

This bill, titled the Less Tax Paperwork for Digital Asset Owners Act, aims to simplify how individuals calculate taxes on digital assets by introducing three main changes. First, it allows taxpayers to ignore small network fees under $10 when paying for transactions, meaning they do not have to report the digital assets used to pay these fees as taxable events. Second, it creates an optional simplified accounting method for widely traded digital assets, enabling users to report gains and losses based on the total value of their holdings at the end of the year rather than tracking every single transaction. Third, it establishes specific tax rules for U.S. dollar stablecoins, treating them similarly to cash for basis and gain calculations if their value stays close to their redemption value. Additionally, the legislation updates broker reporting requirements to align with these new simplified methods and clarifies definitions for various types of digital assets to ensure consistent application of the rules.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill reduces tax paperwork and simplifies reporting for digital assets, providing tax relief and administrative efficiency.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill simplifies tax reporting for digital assets, reducing administrative burdens and encouraging adoption of cryptocurrency technology.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jun 25, 2026

HR 9333: AI Flaw Reporting and Security Enhancement Act

The AI Flaw Reporting and Security Enhancement Act directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology to create a voluntary program for reporting artificial intelligence flaws to improve system safety and security. This initiative involves collaborating with industry, academia, and other groups to establish clear definitions for AI errors, develop technical standards for managing these issues, and build a national database to track reported flaws. The bill also sets guidelines for how organizations should disclose vulnerabilities and requires NIST to submit a progress report to Congress within three years of the law's enactment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates NIST to create a voluntary program for reporting AI flaws to improve system safety and security, enhancing cybersecurity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · House Jun 8, 2026

HR 9182: Southeastern Rail Technologies Mapping Act of 2026

The Southeastern Rail Technologies Mapping Act of 2026 directs the Federal Railroad Administration to study how to improve rail performance and integrate new power technologies in the southeastern United States. This study will examine rail segments between Florida and Washington, DC to identify areas suitable for electrification or battery and fuel cell systems while noting any implementation challenges. If certain segments are found unsuitable for these technologies, the report must explain the reasoning and suggest specific infrastructure updates with estimated costs to make them viable. The Administrator is required to submit the findings of this study to Congress within 18 months of the bill's enactment.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs study on integrating new power technologies and electrification into rail systems, aligning with clean energy infrastructure goals.75% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill promotes electrification and battery/fuel cell systems for rail, reducing emissions and advancing clean energy.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates a study to integrate new power technologies like electrification and fuel cells into rail infrastructure.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs FRA to study and improve rail performance and integrate new power technologies, enhancing sustainable transportation infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Energy Storage Ports Rail Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Jul 21, 2026

HR 9335: Advanced Transmission Technology to Reduce Rates Act

The Advanced Transmission Technology to Reduce Rates Act directs the Department of Energy to create a public clearinghouse that lists projects, funding options, and analyses regarding advanced transmission technologies. This resource is designed to assist electric utilities, transmission organizations, and state regulators in planning deployments and understanding the potential impacts on grid efficiency and costs. Additionally, the bill allows certain funding actions for these technologies to be exempt from standard environmental review requirements and requires the Department to establish best practices for reducing wildfire risks from power lines. Crucially, the legislation explicitly states that these measures are informational and do not grant the government authority to force utilities to adopt specific technologies or follow the new wildfire safety guidelines.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill directs DOE to create a clearinghouse for advanced transmission technologies, aiming to improve grid efficiency and reduce rates, which supports energy infrastructure and efficiency.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill directs DOE to create a clearinghouse for advanced transmission technologies, promoting grid efficiency and funding deployment.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Transmission Utility Regulation

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