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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 10, 2026

S 4037: Diabetes Act

This bill, known as the DIABETES Act, aims to improve Medicare coverage for diabetes technology and education services. It would require Medicare to continue covering diabetes devices like continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps when beneficiaries enroll in the program, preventing loss of access during enrollment transitions. The legislation also expands coverage for diabetes self-management training services, removes deductibles for these services, and authorizes virtual training options. Additionally, it directs the government to study barriers to diabetes care access and establish new billing codes for insulin pump training services.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill expands Medicare coverage for diabetes technology and services, removes deductibles, and ensures continued access during enrollment transitions.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands Medicare coverage for diabetes technology devices and services, strengthening access to health technology for beneficiaries.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Prescription Drugs Telehealth

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in committee · United States · House Mar 17, 2026

HR 7963: No Lifeline for the Dead Act

This bill directs the Federal Communications Commission to update rules for the Lifeline program, which provides discounted phone and internet services to low-income Americans. It requires the FCC to use a national eligibility verification system and accountability database without allowing opt-outs, and mandates re-examination of current recipients who were approved without using these systems. The legislation also restricts eligibility to U.S. citizens and qualified aliens, and requires applicants to provide Social Security numbers or Tribal identifiers during the application process.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands internet access to low-income Americans through Lifeline program improvements, promoting digital equity and expanding connectivity.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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in committee · United States · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 7789: Federal Loan Systems Modernization Act of 2026

This bill authorizes the creation of Lending.gov, a centralized online platform designed to streamline access to loans offered by various federal agencies. It requires agencies to migrate their loan management systems to this shared platform within three years, aiming to reduce costs, prevent fraud, and improve the speed and transparency of federal lending. The platform will be operated by a designated provider using modern commercial technology, with oversight from the General Services Administration and performance monitoring through regular surveys and public reporting.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes modern technology adoption for federal lending platforms, enhances transparency, reduces costs, and improves access through digital infrastructure.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Digital Government Social Media

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 4, 2026

S 3982: AI Fraud Accountability Act of 2026

This bill, called the AI Fraud Accountability Act of 2026, makes it a federal crime to use artificial intelligence or other technology to create fake images or voices of real or imaginary people with the intent to defraud others of money or property. It also gives the Federal Trade Commission authority to enforce these rules and allows for criminal penalties including fines and up to three years in prison for violators. The law includes exceptions for law enforcement and intelligence activities, and it does not restrict parody, satire, or journalism protected by the First Amendment. Additionally, the bill creates a working group to develop best practices for detecting digital impersonation fraud and establishes international cooperation agreements to help combat cross-border violations.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by creating new federal crimes for digital impersonation fraud, enhancing law enforcement capabilities and protecting victims from fraud through increased penalties and FTC enforcement authority.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity by criminalizing AI-generated fraud and enhancing consumer protection against digital impersonation.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · United States · House Mar 5, 2026

HR 7839: Safe SPEEDS Act

This bill requires the Consumer Product Safety Commission to create a safety standard that classifies and labels electric bicycles and off-road electric devices sold in the United States. The Commission must analyze past crash data, consult with manufacturers and safety experts, and establish clear definitions for different device types along with minimum age recommendations. Manufacturers will be required to permanently label their products with classification details, motor power, maximum speed, and age limits, while sales of misclassified or modified devices will be prohibited. The bill also authorizes funding for grants to help law enforcement and other agencies collect safety data and provides for ongoing analysis of accidents and injuries related to these devices.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes safety standards and labeling requirements for electric bicycles, protecting consumers and promoting responsible technology use through regulation and safety guidelines.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by establishing clear classification and labeling standards for electric bicycles, reducing confusion and improving road safety for all users.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Mar 4, 2026

HR 7806: Direct File Act of 2026

This bill, known as the Direct File Act of 2026, would establish a government-run online system allowing taxpayers to prepare and file their individual income tax returns for free. The legislation prohibits the Treasury Department from entering into agreements that restrict its ability to provide tax preparation or filing services, and it voids any existing contracts with such restrictions. The program would use IRS data to simplify filing, include customer support, be available in multiple languages, and allow users to file even if they are not required to. It also enables taxpayers in participating states to file state and local returns alongside their federal returns, with funding provided to states that meet certain standards.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes free tax filing system for all taxpayers, reducing costs and improving access to tax services, which supports fiscal management and taxpayer assistance.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill establishes government-run online tax filing system, expanding digital access and promoting digital equity through free tax preparation services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax

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in committee · United States · House Feb 25, 2026

HR 7717: Community Health Profiles Act

This bill, known as the Community Health Profiles Act, creates a pilot program at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to fund up to 25 local health departments, municipalities, or counties in building publicly accessible online platforms that display neighborhood-level health data. The program prioritizes jurisdictions serving medically underserved, low-income, or environmentally burdened communities and requires grant recipients to integrate data from multiple sources including federal, state, and local systems covering topics like housing, education, and health outcomes. All data submitted to the new National Neighborhood Health Data Repository must be de-identified and aggregated to protect privacy while allowing national comparisons across jurisdictions. The initiative includes requirements for technical assistance, independent review of data methodology, and a final report to Congress on program outcomes within four years.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill establishes CDC pilot program to fund local health data platforms, improving community health access and targeting underserved populations.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds development of publicly accessible online health data platforms, expanding digital access and promoting digital equity in underserved communities.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 18, 2026

S 4139: Baltic Security Assessment Act of 2026

This bill requires the U.S. Secretary of State to work with the Secretary of Defense and submit a report to Congress within 180 days on emerging threats facing Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The report will examine military, cyber, and political dangers from countries like Russia, Belarus, China, and Iran, while also assessing current U.S. and NATO security presence in the region. It includes recommendations for improving defense cooperation, cybersecurity, and democratic resilience in the Baltic states, and highlights opportunities to strengthen bilateral and multilateral partnerships. The legislation reflects Congress's view that supporting these NATO allies aligns with U.S. national security interests.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill strengthens cybersecurity and defense cooperation in Baltic states, addressing emerging cyber threats and enhancing digital security infrastructure.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Cybersecurity

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in committee · United States · Senate Mar 5, 2026

S 3998: PIONEER Act

The PIONEER Act creates a new 'regulatory sandbox' program that allows federal agencies to temporarily waive certain rules and guidance for businesses testing new products or services. The Office of Federal Regulatory Relief within the Office of Management and Budget would oversee the program, which requires applicants to submit detailed plans showing how they will protect consumers from health, safety, and economic risks. Agencies must review applications with input from private sector advisory boards and can grant waivers for up to two years, with the possibility of renewal. The program includes strict consumer protections, such as requiring public disclosure of the waiver status and maintaining liability for any harm caused, while also establishing procedures for appeals and annual reporting to Congress.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill creates regulatory sandbox to foster innovation while protecting consumers, advancing technology development through controlled testing environment75% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 25, 2026

S 3916: Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act

The Gun Owner Registration Information Protection Act (S 3916) prohibits federal funding for state or local databases that track lawfully owned firearms or their owners. It defines such databases as those listing firearms possessed by individuals or the individuals themselves who legally own firearms. The bill allows federal funding for databases tracking lost or stolen firearms and their owners, but not for general ownership records. This would require states and localities to cover costs for firearms ownership databases using non-federal funds, shifting financial responsibility away from federal support.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects gun owner data privacy by restricting federal funding for databases tracking firearm ownership, limiting government access to personal information.75% confidence

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