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in committee · United States · House Nov 25, 2025

HR 6296: Advancing Access to Telehealth Act

The Advancing Access to Telehealth Act makes permanent Medicare's temporary telehealth flexibilities that were expanded during the public health emergency. It allows Medicare beneficiaries to receive telehealth services for mental health, stroke care, substance use disorder, and home dialysis without needing an initial in-person visit. The bill also expands eligibility for telehealth providers to include more healthcare professionals and permanently authorizes Federally Qualified Health Centers and Rural Health Clinics to offer telehealth services. Additionally, it permits audio-only telehealth calls for certain services, removing previous video-only requirements.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareExpands Medicare telehealth access for mental health, stroke, and substance use without in-person requirement, improving patient access to care.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands telehealth access and permanently authorizes digital health services, promoting technology integration in healthcare delivery.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Medicare Mental Health Telehealth

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in committee · United States · Senate Nov 7, 2025

S 3163: A bill to require the Secretary of Defense to seek to engage appropriate officials of Taiwan in a joint program with Taiwan to enable the fielding of uncrewed systems and counter-uncrewed systems capabilities.

This bill (S 3163) requires the U.S. Secretary of Defense, by March 1, 2026, to coordinate with the Secretary of State to establish a joint program with Taiwan’s military officials. The program aims to enable co-development and co-production of uncrewed systems (like drones) and counter-uncrewed systems (to counter drones) for both U.S. and Taiwan forces, operating within the Taiwan Relations Act framework. It mandates annual reports to Congress through 2029 detailing engagement progress, activities, and efforts to finalize key defense trade agreements (e.g., reciprocal procurement, security of supply, and cyber agreements). The bill directly affects the U.S. Department of Defense, Taiwan’s military, and Congress through reporting requirements. It does not authorize funding but outlines procedural steps for collaboration.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes co-development of uncrewed systems and counter-uncrewed systems, advancing military technology capabilities between U.S. and Taiwan forces.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House May 13, 2025

HR 3366: EAGLE Act of 2025

The EAGLE Act of 2025 establishes a $10 million federal grant program to help small local law enforcement agencies (under 350 employees) pay for accredited certification. Agencies must apply demonstrating financial need and specify costs for accreditation fees, on-site assessments, or extension fees charged by recognized bodies like CALEA. Grant funds cover only direct costs related to achieving or maintaining accredited status, not general operations. The program requires the Attorney General to set up the grants within 90 days of the bill becoming law.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill funds accreditation for small law enforcement agencies, promoting accountability and professional standards per CALEA requirements, directly advancing law enforcement quality within criminal justice reform.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill funds cybersecurity accreditation for law enforcement, enhancing local agency capabilities to protect communities through technology standards.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement

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in committee · United States · House May 23, 2025

HR 3591: Carla Walker Act

The Carla Walker Act (HR 3591) creates federal grants to fund forensic DNA analysis using genetic genealogy databases for law enforcement. It authorizes $5 million annually (2024-2028) for two programs: (1) grants to eligible entities like police departments and medical examiners for whole genome sequencing (100,000+ markers) to solve unsolved cases or identify human remains when standard DNA databases fail, and (2) grants to purchase forensic equipment for genetic genealogy analysis. Funds cannot cover staffing or travel, with only 10% allowed for administrative costs. Recipients must report on case outcomes, testing methods, and results, including how often identifications led to arrests. The bill directly affects state/local law enforcement, forensic labs, and medical examiner offices handling unresolved criminal cases.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeFunds forensic DNA analysis tools for law enforcement to solve cases, strengthening investigative capabilities within criminal justice system.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides federal funding for forensic DNA analysis using genetic genealogy databases, advancing technology application in law enforcement.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing

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in committee · United States · Senate May 21, 2025

S 585: Servicemember to Veteran Health Care Connection Act of 2025

S 585, the Servicemember to Veteran Health Care Connection Act of 2025, creates an automated pre-registration system to streamline health care enrollment for service members transitioning to veterans. It requires the VA to automatically register service members 180 days before separation into a pre-transition system, followed by outreach (via email, mail, or phone) to explain enrollment steps and available services, including initial appointment scheduling. The bill mandates the VA to simplify enrollment processes, improve coordination with the Department of Defense, and report annually on registration and enrollment outcomes. This directly affects all service members anticipating separation from the Armed Forces who may seek VA health care, aiming to reduce transition barriers and improve access to care.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAutomates VA healthcare enrollment for transitioning veterans, improving access to services without restrictions or defunding.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates automated pre-registration system and requires VA to use email, mail, or phone for outreach, advancing digital health care enrollment technology for service members transitioning to veterans.75% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAutomates VA enrollment for transitioning veterans, simplifies healthcare access, and mandates proactive outreach - directly advancing veteran health care services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Employment Veteran Healthcare Veteran Mental Health

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in committee · United States · House Feb 6, 2025

HR 1094: Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act

HR 1094, the Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act, prevents private restrictions (such as those in homeowners associations) from blocking amateur radio operators from installing and maintaining antennas for emergency communications. The bill directly affects over 770,000 licensed amateur radio operators in the U.S. who face such restrictions on their residential property. Key provisions include overriding unreasonable restrictions, requiring reasonable safety and building code compliance for allowed rules, setting a 45-day approval period for antenna installations (with deemed approval if not acted on), and exempting small antennas (under 1 meter, flagpoles ≤43 feet, or minimal wire antennas) from prior approval. This ensures amateur radio operators can quickly establish emergency communication systems without unnecessary delays or costs during crises.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill protects property rights of homeowners for antenna installation on residential property, directly addressing 'property rights' within housing policies.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects amateur radio operators' ability to install emergency communication antennas, enhancing community resilience and emergency preparedness through technology access.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Building Codes Land Use Zoning

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in committee · United States · House Apr 9, 2026

HR 1071: No Censors on our Shores Act of 2025

HR 1071, the "No Censors on our Shores Act," amends U.S. immigration law to make certain foreign government officials inadmissible or deportable if they censor U.S. citizens within the United States. Specifically, it targets officials who directly carried out censorship against U.S. citizens in the U.S. that would violate the First Amendment if done by a U.S. official. The bill adds new grounds for inadmissibility (under Section 212(a)(2)(J)) and deportability (under Section 237(a)(2)(G)) based on this censorship. It directly affects foreign government officials whose actions meet this standard, not the general public or U.S. citizens. The law focuses on immigration consequences for foreign officials engaging in speech suppression that would breach First Amendment protections domestically.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects digital rights by preventing foreign officials from censoring U.S. citizens within the U.S., aligning with First Amendment principles and digital freedom.90% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Apr 3, 2025

HR 2627: Keep STEM Talent Act of 2025

This bill changes visa rules for foreign graduate students pursuing STEM master's or doctoral degrees in the U.S. It requires these students to apply for admission before starting their program and adds background checks and credential verification to their visa process. It also creates a new pathway to permanent residency for STEM degree holders who secure jobs in their field at median wage levels, and allows students to seek permanent residency while on student visas (dual intent). The bill directly affects international students in STEM fields, U.S. universities, and employers hiring these graduates.

Topics ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationCreates pathway to permanent residency for STEM graduates, allowing dual intent and facilitating retention of skilled workers - strengthens immigration system for this group90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enhances STEM education and workforce development by streamlining visa processes for international students, supporting technology sector talent pipeline.75% confidence

Sub-Topics DACA & Dreamers Enforcement Work Authorization

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in committee · United States · House Nov 7, 2025

HR 5962: To authorize the Department of Justice and the Department of State to provide law enforcement and intelligence technical assistance, training, capacity building, and advisory support to the Government of Ukraine to achieve the exchange of prisoners of war, the release of civilian detainees, and the return of forcibly transferred Ukrainian children, and for other purposes.

This bill authorizes the U.S. Department of Justice and Department of State to provide Ukraine with law enforcement technical assistance, training, and advisory support focused on recovering forcibly transferred Ukrainian children and addressing related abductions. Key provisions include training in biometric identification, open-source intelligence, and secure communications; medical and psychological rehabilitation services for affected children; and coordination with NGOs and Ukrainian authorities to investigate and prosecute cases. The assistance directly supports Ukraine’s government, child protection services, and the children themselves who were abducted or forcibly transferred by Russia. Reports to Congress detail funding, assistance types, and efforts to align international sanctions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAuthorizes medical/psychological rehab services for Ukrainian children as part of Ukraine assistance program90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill includes training in biometric identification, open-source intelligence, and secure communications, advancing technology capacity for law enforcement and humanitarian purposes.75% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Dec 2, 2025

HR 6349: Migrant Due Process Protection Act

The Migrant Due Process Protection Act (HR 6349) would require immigration judges to allow non-citizens in removal proceedings (who are not held in government custody) to request virtual hearings via video or phone. Judges must approve such requests and ensure virtual formats do not disadvantage the individual. This directly affects people facing deportation who are not currently detained by immigration authorities. The bill adds a new procedural option for remote hearings without changing legal standards or outcomes.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill enhances due process rights for non-citizens in immigration proceedings, protecting civil liberties and improving fairness in legal proceedings.75% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill mandates virtual hearings for non-detained immigrants in removal proceedings, ensuring due process and preventing disadvantage - directly protecting immigrant rights in deportation cases.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill promotes virtual hearing access via video/phone, expanding digital access for non-citizens in immigration proceedings.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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