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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5368: Water Cyber Shield Act of 2026

The Water Cyber Shield Act of 2026 mandates cybersecurity risk assessments and emergency response plans for community water systems serving more than 3,300 people and large wastewater treatment facilities serving over 10,000 people with a design flow rate of at least one million gallons. The bill requires the Environmental Protection Agency to establish baseline cybersecurity standards in collaboration with federal agencies and industry experts, while authorizing states to assume primary enforcement responsibilities if they demonstrate adequate capacity and security protocols. It allocates $300 million annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2032 to help water systems build cybersecurity resilience, prioritizing assistance for facilities with the greatest need for resources or expertise. Additionally, the legislation expands cyber incident reporting obligations under the Homeland Security Act to include these specific water infrastructure entities and requires that submitted security documentation be protected from public disclosure under federal and state freedom of information laws.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentThe bill mandates cybersecurity standards for water systems via the EPA, strengthening infrastructure protection and environmental safety.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill mandates cybersecurity risk assessments and establishes baseline standards for water systems, directly enhancing cybersecurity infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Water Quality Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · Senate Aug 7, 2026

S 5381: ADVERSARIES Act

The ADVERSARIES Act requires the Under Secretary of the Bureau of Industry and Security to conduct a review within 90 days of enactment regarding how U.S.-based affiliates of foreign entities on the Entity List or Military End User List might be acquiring controlled items that their parent companies are restricted from accessing. The review must also assess national security risks posed by foreign adversary exploitation of vulnerabilities in information and communications technology, including whether specific sectors pose undue risk to export control effectiveness. Following the review, officials must submit a report to relevant congressional committees detailing their findings, any planned actions to address identified threats within the next year, and recommendations for changes to U.S. law.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates review of foreign adversary exploitation of ICT vulnerabilities to assess national security risks, strengthening cybersecurity oversight.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Aug 17, 2026

HR 10110: Housing Price Transparency Act

The Housing Price Transparency Act requires landlords and property managers who use algorithms to set rental prices to clearly disclose this practice to tenants. The Federal Trade Commission is authorized to enforce these rules by treating violations as unfair or deceptive acts, while state attorneys general may also bring civil actions on behalf of their residents if federal enforcement is not pending. Individuals injured by non-compliance can file private lawsuits in federal court to seek injunctions and recover damages of at least $10,000 per violation or actual monetary losses, whichever is greater.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingThe bill mandates transparency for algorithmic rental pricing and grants tenants legal recourse, strengthening tenant protections.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill mandates transparency for algorithmic pricing in housing, regulating technology use to protect consumers from deceptive practices.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10152: Open-Source AI Leadership Act

The Open-Source AI Leadership Act directs the Secretary of Commerce to promote the adoption of U.S.-developed open-source artificial intelligence models by coordinating with private sector entities, state governments, and foreign partners. The bill requires the Department of Commerce to identify barriers to using these domestic models and to enter into agreements that facilitate their use in interstate and foreign commerce. Additionally, it mandates an annual public report assessing the risks associated with AI models developed by foreign adversary nations, including concerns about data security, national safety, and model performance. A specific provision ensures that the Secretary of Commerce cannot use this authority to ban or restrict any open-source AI model from being available in the market.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly directs federal agencies to promote and facilitate the adoption of U.S.-developed open-source AI models, directly advancing technology development and digital infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Consumer Data Protection

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in committee · United States · House Aug 13, 2026

HR 10092: GATE Act of 2026

The GATE Act of 2026 prohibits U.S. national laboratories from admitting or granting access to foreign nationals from China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, and Cuba who are not permanent residents or U.S. citizens. This ban applies to individuals seeking to visit the facilities or work there for more than 30 consecutive days. The Secretary of Energy may issue a written waiver to allow specific exceptions if they determine that the benefits to the United States outweigh national security and economic risks, a decision made in consultation with intelligence officials. Any such waivers must be reported to relevant congressional committees within 30 days, including details on the individual's country of origin and the specific reasons for the exception.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts access for foreign nationals from specific countries to US national labs, limiting their ability to work or visit.65% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill restricts access to U.S. national laboratories for foreign nationals from specific countries, limiting international scientific collaboration and technology exchange.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10288: Rural Broadband Modernization Act

The Rural Broadband Modernization Act amends the ReConnect program to ensure that broadband projects are eligible for federal loans and grants based on performance standards rather than the specific technology used. The bill requires that funded projects provide internet speeds of at least 100 Mbps downstream and 20 Mbps upstream, while prohibiting agencies from denying or deprioritizing applications because they use terrestrial, non-terrestrial, or low-Earth orbit satellite systems. This change directly affects rural communities and service providers by allowing a wider range of delivery methods to compete for funding. Additionally, the law mandates that the Secretary of Agriculture publish public reports on awarded projects within 30 days and issue final implementing regulations within 180 days of enactment.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill expands rural internet access by funding broadband projects and removing technology-specific restrictions to ensure high-speed connectivity.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Broadband Access Telecommunications Tags Rural Communities

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in committee · United States · House Sep 1, 2026

HR 10210: Doctors Not AI Act of 2026

The Doctors Not AI Act of 2026 prohibits health insurance plans from using artificial intelligence systems to issue or dictate adverse benefit determinations that involve clinical judgment, such as decisions based on medical necessity or treatment appropriateness. Instead, these determinations must be made by a licensed healthcare professional who conducts an independent evaluation of the patient's specific medical circumstances without deferring to AI outputs. The bill requires insurers to disclose in written notices if any AI system was used during the review process and mandates that detailed documentation regarding the AI's role and outputs be maintained as part of the administrative record, available to patients upon request. Additionally, the legislation classifies the use of AI in utilization review as a treatment limitation for parity purposes, ensuring it is evaluated equally across mental health and medical-surgical benefits under existing federal laws.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill protects patient rights by requiring licensed professionals, not AI, to make clinical judgment calls on insurance benefits.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill explicitly prohibits health insurance plans from using AI for clinical judgment, restricting the application of technology in a major sector.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Insurance Mental Health Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 2, 2026

HR 10221: Flock-Off Act

The Flock-Off Act prohibits federal agencies, state and local governments, and other recipients of federal funds from using federal money to purchase, operate, or maintain automated camera systems that capture biometric data or license plate information. The bill requires these entities to remove any existing covered camera systems within 180 days of enactment, with violations resulting in the withholding of further federal funding until reimbursed. Specific exceptions allow for the continued use of such systems within one mile of the U.S. borders for security purposes and on toll roads strictly for toll collection and enforcement.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeThe bill restricts law enforcement surveillance capabilities by banning federal funding for biometric and license plate camera systems.75% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill prohibits the use of federal funds for automated biometric and license plate camera systems, directly restricting government surveillance technology.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationProhibits use of federal funds for license plate recognition systems, restricting a key transportation safety and enforcement tool.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Vehicle Registration

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10166: Foreign Propaganda Disclosure Act

The Foreign Propaganda Disclosure Act amends the Foreign Agents Registration Act to explicitly include social media influencers in its regulatory scope. The bill defines a social media influencer as any individual who maintains a monetized account on a social media platform, using an existing definition from the Trafficking Victims Prevention and Protection Reauthorization Act of 2022. By making this addition, the legislation requires these specific digital content creators to comply with the same registration and disclosure obligations currently applied to other foreign agents.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill expands regulatory scope to social media influencers, imposing disclosure requirements that restrict digital expression and increase compliance burdens on content creators.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Social Media

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in committee · United States · House Aug 27, 2026

HR 10151: Water Authority Cybersecurity Protection Act

The Water Authority Cybersecurity Protection Act extends the Drinking Water Infrastructure Risk and Resilience Program through fiscal years 2028 and 2029, replacing the previous expiration dates of 2020 and 2021. The bill doubles the authorized funding for technical assistance to $10 million and for grants to small water systems to $20 million. Additionally, it increases the total annual authorization of appropriations for the program from $25 million to $50 million. These changes directly affect public water utilities by providing continued financial support for cybersecurity improvements and risk management.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill explicitly increases federal appropriations and grants for water infrastructure, directly funding public services.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentExtends and funds the Drinking Water Infrastructure Risk and Resilience Program, strengthening protection of water resources.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyThe bill explicitly funds cybersecurity protection for water infrastructure, doubling technical assistance and grant funding to enhance digital security.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Drinking Water Cybersecurity

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