Technology

passed · United States · House Jul 17, 2025

HR 1919: Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act

HR 1919, the "Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act," prohibits the Federal Reserve from developing, testing, or issuing any central bank digital currency (CBDC) or similar digital assets. It specifically bans the Fed from offering direct financial products to individuals, maintaining individual accounts, or issuing CBDCs directly or indirectly through intermediaries like banks. The bill also blocks the Fed from using any digital asset for monetary policy and clarifies that physical currency's privacy protections remain intact. This policy directly affects the Federal Reserve System's ability to create or manage digital monetary tools.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBans Federal Reserve from developing CBDCs, directly restricting a digital currency technology initiative per bill's explicit prohibitions.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 26, 2025

S 756: Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act

This bill amends the tax code to allow 529 college savings accounts to cover certain postsecondary credentialing costs, such as certifications, licenses, and apprenticeship fees, in addition to traditional tuition. It directly affects individuals using 529 accounts who pursue industry-recognized credentials (like IT certifications, nursing licenses, or registered apprenticeships) instead of degree programs. The key provision expands "qualified higher education expenses" under Section 529(e)(3) to include tuition, testing fees, and required continuing education for recognized credentials listed in state directories or federal systems (like the COOL directory). It defines "recognized" credentials based on industry standards, federal programs, or state approval. This change enables 529 account holders to use tax-advantaged savings for workforce training beyond traditional degree paths.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands tax-advantaged 529 use for workforce credentials, providing tax relief for middle-income earners seeking certifications/licenses.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands 529 account coverage to include industry credentials, increasing access to non-degree workforce training and supporting higher education affordability.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyExpands 529 coverage for IT certifications and tech credentials, directly funding tech workforce development through tax-advantaged savings.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Sales Tax Career & Technical Education Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Mar 26, 2026

HR 3447: Chip Security Act

HR 3447, the Chip Security Act, requires manufacturers to equip specific advanced integrated circuits (classified under export control numbers like 3A090) with security mechanisms before exporting them. These mechanisms must verify location and prevent unauthorized access, diversion, or tampering. The law mandates this for covered chips within 180 days of enactment, with a follow-up assessment within one year to develop additional security requirements. It directly affects U.S. chip exporters and importers of these high-tech products, aiming to strengthen export control compliance and national security.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates security mechanisms for export-controlled chips to prevent tampering and unauthorized access, directly enhancing cybersecurity requirements.95% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Jan 17, 2025

HR 546: Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act of 2025

HR 546, the Investing in Safer Traffic Stops Act of 2025, creates a federal grant program to fund local, state, and tribal governments in replacing police officers with civilian staff or traffic monitoring technology for enforcing traffic violations. The program, authorized for $100 million annually from 2026 through 2031, allows grantees to purchase technology or hire non-law enforcement personnel (defined as "civilians" under the bill) to handle traffic enforcement. This directly affects local governments seeking to shift traffic enforcement responsibilities away from sworn officers, with funds restricted solely to civilian staffing or traffic monitoring technology. The bill does not mandate this shift but provides financial support for jurisdictions choosing this approach.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill replaces police with civilians/tech for traffic enforcement, promoting reform to reduce law enforcement contact in low-level stops, aligning with accountability goals.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyFunds $100M for traffic monitoring technology adoption in traffic enforcement, directly advancing technology use in public safety95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates grant program to fund civilian/tech traffic enforcement, directly enhancing traffic stop safety (a vehicle regulation aspect of transportation) as per topic definition.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Traffic Safety

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in committee · United States · House Jan 15, 2025

HR 464: Skills Investment Act of 2025

This bill changes the name of Coverdell education savings accounts to "Coverdell lifelong learning accounts" and expands their use to cover skill development expenses for people over 16. It allows funds to be used for career training, technical education, adult education, and related costs like computer equipment. The bill raises the age limit for contributions from 18 to 70, sets a $10,000 account limit after age 30, and creates a new tax credit for employers who contribute to these accounts for their employees. It also allows beneficiaries aged 18 and older to deduct their contributions to these accounts. The changes will take effect for contributions and distributions after 2025.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates employer tax credit for contributions to expanded Coverdell accounts, providing tax relief for workforce development funding.92% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands educational access for adults through tax-advantaged accounts covering career training, technical education, and adult learning programs, directly advancing educational opportunity beyond traditional K-12.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentExpands skill development funding for workers over 16 and creates employer tax credit for training, aligning with workforce development goals.75% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyAllows computer equipment purchases under education accounts, directly supporting tech access for skill development and career training.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits

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passed · United States · House Sep 18, 2025

HR 3481: Delivering Digitally to Our Veterans Act of 2025

This bill requires the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to create an electronic system allowing veterans and eligible individuals to send and receive official communications about their educational benefits. It directly affects veterans using VA educational assistance programs by offering a digital alternative to paper mail. The key provision mandates that veterans must actively opt in to use this electronic system (rather than it being automatic), and the VA must notify enrolled students about this option. The VA will now be required to provide this electronic communication mechanism as part of managing educational benefit correspondence.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates electronic system for VA communications, advancing digital service delivery. Opt-in requirement respects user privacy choice, aligning with data privacy principles.85% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransAdds digital access to VA educational benefits, improving service delivery without restricting options. Explicitly enhances veterans' access to benefit communications.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Veteran Benefits Veteran Education Veteran Healthcare

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in committee · United States · House Apr 1, 2025

HR 2543: Tax-Free Pell Grant Act

This bill makes Federal Pell Grants tax-free for students, removing the tax burden on these federal education awards. It also expands the American Opportunity Tax Credit to cover eligible child care costs (for students enrolled in school) and up to $1,000 for computer equipment or internet access used for education. These changes apply to tax returns filed for 2025 and later. The bill directly affects students receiving Pell Grants and those claiming the American Opportunity Credit for educational expenses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMakes Pell Grants tax-free and expands education tax credits, providing direct tax relief for students and families.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMakes Pell Grants tax-free and expands tax credits for education-related costs (child care, tech), directly increasing financial support for students and improving access to higher education.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill explicitly covers internet access costs under tax credit expansion for education, directly advancing technology access for students.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Tax Credits Higher Education Student Financial Aid Broadband Access

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in committee · United States · House Feb 10, 2026

HR 1566: REPAIR Act

The REPAIR Act requires motor vehicle manufacturers to provide car owners and independent repair shops with full access to vehicle data and repair information, prohibiting technological or legal barriers that restrict this access. It mandates that manufacturers share vehicle-generated data, critical repair information, and tools on equal terms with dealers and authorized service providers, without requiring consumers to use specific brands of parts or tools. The law establishes an advisory committee to monitor implementation and ensure fair competition in vehicle repair, while giving the Federal Trade Commission authority to enforce these requirements as unfair or deceptive practices. This legislation directly affects car owners, independent repair facilities, aftermarket parts manufacturers, and motor vehicle manufacturers by shifting control of repair information and data from manufacturers to consumers.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates vehicle data access and prohibits tech barriers, advancing digital rights and consumer control over technology data.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates vehicle data access for repairs, enhancing consumer choice and vehicle safety under vehicle regulations, a core transportation policy area.85% confidence

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in committee · United States · House Sep 8, 2025

HR 5212: SBIR/STTR Innovation Workforce Act

HR 5212, the SBIR/STTR Innovation Workforce Act, creates new fellowship and internship programs for students at all education levels (undergraduate through postdoctoral) at small businesses that have received SBIR or STTR Phase II funding. It requires federal agencies to actively recruit underrepresented groups - including women, socially disadvantaged individuals, and economically disadvantaged individuals - into these programs and allows agencies to partner with nonprofits to support outreach. Agencies may use up to 3% of relevant funding (or specific funds for certain agencies) to implement these provisions. The bill directly affects small businesses with Phase II awards, students in STEM fields, and nonprofit organizations supporting workforce diversity.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates fellowship and internship programs for students across education levels and requires recruitment of underrepresented groups, expanding educational access and student opportunities.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentCreates inclusive fellowship/internship programs targeting underrepresented groups (women, disadvantaged individuals), advancing workforce development and employment opportunities in STEM fields.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates workforce programs for SBIR/STTR-funded tech R&D small businesses, directly advancing technology innovation through funding and recruitment of underrepresented talent in tech fields.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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in committee · United States · House Feb 7, 2025

HR 1122: China Technology Transfer Control Act of 2025

HR 1122, the China Technology Transfer Control Act of 2025, requires the U.S. President to control exports of specific technologies and intellectual property to China after 180 days of enactment. It targets "covered national interest technology" defined as items aiding China's military, supporting its Made in China 2025 industrial policy (like semiconductors or AI), or used in human rights violations. The bill mandates sanctions against foreign entities that knowingly transfer such technology to China, with exceptions for imported goods. It also directs the U.S. Trade Representative to create an annual list of China-produced goods tied to these policies or human rights abuses.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts tech exports to China targeting military, AI, and semiconductor tech under national security concerns, directly limiting technology transfers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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