Technology (Artificial Intelligence)

in committee · United States · House Jul 27, 2026

HR 9965: AI Threat Output and Monitoring Incident Containment Act

This bill establishes the Advanced Artificial Intelligence Nuclear Evaluation Program, requiring large AI developers to submit their systems for government testing to prevent incidents involving nuclear weapons or critical infrastructure. Under the program, the Department of Energy will conduct security assessments, including adversarial "jailbreaking" attempts and third-party reviews, to identify risks and develop safety protocols. Developers who refuse to participate or withhold necessary data face civil penalties of up to $1 million per day, while the information they provide remains confidential unless specific legal exceptions apply. Additionally, the Secretary of Energy must submit annual reports to Congress with recommendations for future legislation to further regulate AI safety and oversight.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances cybersecurity by mandating government testing and safety protocols for AI systems to prevent critical infrastructure incidents.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5057: Safeguarding Against Fabricated Exploitation Through Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026

This bill prohibits federal agencies from purchasing or using artificial intelligence models that fail to meet specific safety standards designed to prevent the creation of child sexual abuse material and non-consensual intimate images of adults. It requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology to establish performance benchmarks and a testing program within 180 days of enactment, while also mandating that agencies remove non-compliant software from their systems. The legislation includes a "cure" option allowing vendors to fix identified flaws at their own expense to avoid removal, and it bans the sale of tools specifically designed to bypass these safety controls. Additionally, the bill creates a private right of action, enabling individuals whose images are used to generate illegal content to sue developers for damages or injunctive relief.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by mandating AI safety standards to prevent child sexual abuse material and non-consensual intimate images.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes safety standards and benchmarks for AI to prevent harmful content, enhancing cybersecurity and digital safety.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5050: Expanding AI Voices Act

The Expanding AI Voices Act directs the National Science Foundation to issue competitive grants aimed at broadening participation in artificial intelligence research, education, and workforce development. These funds are specifically targeted at institutions that are not among the top 100 in federal research spending, as well as minority-serving institutions and Tribal colleges, to help them build capacity and partnerships. Grant recipients may use the money to expand AI research programs, recruit faculty, create bridge programs for students, provide access to computing resources, and host workshops that promote safe and secure AI practices. The legislation also requires the NSF to consider geographic diversity and resource constraints when selecting applicants to ensure broad national participation.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill directs NSF grants to expand AI education and workforce development at underfunded institutions, strengthening educational access and capacity.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill directs NSF grants to expand AI research and workforce development, strengthening technology capacity.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5061: Secure A.I. Development Act of 2026

The Secure A.I. Development Act of 2026 establishes a new Artificial Intelligence Risk Board within the National Institute of Standards and Technology to evaluate high-risk AI models and develop security best practices for developers. Under the bill, companies releasing powerful AI models must grant the National Security Agency access to their systems before public release and register those models in a new public database. The legislation also creates a voluntary incident reporting system to track AI safety and security issues, updates national vulnerability databases to handle AI-specific threats, and launches a pilot program to share classified threat intelligence with private sector companies that work on federal AI projects.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances cybersecurity and AI safety by establishing oversight, requiring NSA access for high-risk models, and creating a public registry to protect consumers.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 21, 2026

S 5054: Data Center Tax Accountability and Disclosure Act of 2026

The Data Center Tax Accountability and Disclosure Act of 2026 modifies tax rules and establishes reporting requirements for large data centers. It removes a tax incentive known as bonus depreciation for artificial intelligence data centers unless they meet specific green building standards, such as LEED Platinum or Gold certification. Additionally, the bill requires operators of data centers consuming at least 25 megawatts of power to submit detailed annual reports on their water and electricity usage, emissions, and backup power systems to state or federal agencies. These reports must be made public, and the law prohibits companies from using confidentiality agreements to hide this information. Operators who fail to comply with these reporting requirements face daily civil penalties of up to $100,000 for intentional violations.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill removes tax incentives for non-compliant data centers and mandates reporting, promoting fiscal responsibility and closing loopholes.85% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill removes tax incentives for data centers unless they meet green building standards, promoting energy efficiency and sustainability.85% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill removes tax incentives for data centers unless they meet green building standards, promoting energy efficiency and environmental protection.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes sustainable technology by removing tax incentives for non-green data centers and enforcing environmental reporting.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Tax Incentives Energy Resilience Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 24, 2026

HR 9917: AI Kill Switch Act

This bill, known as the AI Kill Switch Act, requires companies developing high-cost artificial intelligence systems to build the technical ability to immediately stop or shut down their technology if it poses a serious risk. It defines "covered technology" as AI systems trained using more than $100 million in computing power and applies these rules to businesses that earn at least $500 million annually from such systems, while exempting non-commercial or academic users. Under the law, companies must report incidents causing significant harm or loss of control and could face emergency orders from the Department of Homeland Security to throttle, disable, or fully shut down their AI if a dangerous event occurs. The legislation also establishes a graduated framework for corrections, allowing for proportional responses like limiting user access or compute resources before resorting to a complete shutdown, and includes provisions for civil penalties and judicial review.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates safety features (kill switches) for high-risk AI, enhancing cybersecurity and protecting consumers from serious risks.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 22, 2026

HR 9862: Responsible Artificial Intelligence for Veterans Act of 2026

The Responsible Artificial Intelligence for Veterans Act of 2026 requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to hire an independent research center to evaluate artificial intelligence tools currently used or being developed for patient care within the Veterans Health Administration. This evaluation will focus on five specific high-risk systems to assess their safety, accuracy, fairness, and how well they integrate with existing medical workflows. The law mandates that the findings be reported to Congress within a year, followed by a detailed plan from the VA to address any identified risks or gaps in oversight. Additionally, a government auditor will review both the evaluation and the VA's response plan to ensure accountability, all without requesting new funding for the initiative.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill mandates safety and accuracy evaluations of AI tools in patient care, protecting patient rights and improving healthcare system reliability.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates evaluation of AI tools to ensure safety, accuracy, and fairness, protecting veterans from harmful technology.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates evaluation of AI tools to ensure safety and accuracy in veteran healthcare, directly protecting and strengthening VA services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Jul 30, 2026

HR 9985: AI Ads Act

The AI Ads Act expands existing federal election laws to prohibit the use of artificial intelligence-generated content for fraudulent purposes in political campaigns. Specifically, it requires candidates and committees to disclose when they use generative AI to create materials that misrepresent their authority or solicit donations. The bill also broadens the definition of who can be held liable for such fraud, extending protections to any political committee or organization, whether real or fictitious, rather than just candidates and their direct employees. These changes aim to prevent deceptive practices involving AI in political advertising and fundraising without altering the underlying penalties for violations.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances cybersecurity and protects consumers from AI-generated fraud in political campaigns.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jul 23, 2026

HR 9914: Collaboration on Adversarial Threats and Security Risks Act

This bill creates a legal exemption from antitrust laws for companies and organizations that share information or coordinate actions to protect against security risks posed by artificial intelligence. Specifically, it allows these entities to exchange data or agree to temporarily delay the release or deployment of AI systems if they believe such steps are necessary to prevent threats like weaponization, attacks on critical infrastructure, or unauthorized access. To qualify for this protection, the organizations must act in good faith, use the shared information solely for security purposes, and submit a written notice to the Department of Justice before implementing any coordinated delays. The law also ensures that details submitted to the government remain confidential and allows the Attorney General to seek court orders against companies that fail to prove their actions were legitimate security measures.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly enhances cybersecurity by creating antitrust exemptions for AI threat mitigation and coordinating security responses.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · Senate Jul 15, 2026

S 5007: SEARCH Act of 2026

The SEARCH Act of 2026 targets large search engine and AI companies with over 40% of U.S. users to prevent them from favoring their own services or blocking competitors. It prohibits these platforms from paying for exclusive deals, forcing publishers to use their ads, or bundling their search tools with devices and browsers. The law also requires major platforms to share their search data and ad information with qualified competitors at low cost and to offer users a neutral choice screen to select default search engines. Additionally, the bill mandates that advertisers receive detailed reports on their campaigns and that platforms license their search results to rivals without restrictions. The Federal Trade Commission will enforce these rules, with penalties reaching up to 15% of a company's annual revenue for violations.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill regulates dominant tech firms to prevent anti-competitive practices, protecting consumer choice and digital market equity.85% confidence

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