Technology (Data Privacy)

in committee · United States · House Sep 3, 2026

HR 10263: Halt Abusive Internet Lawsuits Act of 2026

The Halt Abusive Internet Lawsuits Act of 2026 prohibits federal and state legal claims related to wiretapping or eavesdropping when information is collected for commercial digital activities. This applies to practices such as using cookies, pixels, chatbots, and analytics tools to facilitate sales, marketing, or customer interactions. The bill directly affects businesses and service providers that use these standard digital commerce tools by shielding them from specific privacy-related lawsuits. Additionally, any existing legal actions based on these grounds would be required to stop once the law is enacted.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyThe bill shields companies from privacy lawsuits regarding data collection via cookies and analytics, effectively weakening consumer data privacy protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Jul 7, 2026

HR 9314: DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026

The DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026 temporarily halts the Department of Homeland Security from using funds to start, renew, or expand contracts for surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement, such as facial recognition and predictive analytics. This pause applies to agencies like U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and Customs and Border Protection, though existing contracts can continue until a review is complete. The bill mandates an independent audit within 180 days to examine data collection practices, privacy impacts, and the accuracy of these technologies, followed by a public report detailing their use and capabilities. The funding ban remains in effect until the audit is finished, a public report is released, and the department demonstrates it has implemented necessary safeguards to protect civil liberties. Once these conditions are met, the moratorium lifts, but the department must submit annual reports on its continued use of these technologies and any related privacy complaints.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts DHS spending on surveillance contracts, effectively limiting government appropriations for specific enforcement tools.75% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts DHS surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement, limiting law enforcement capabilities and oversight.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill restricts immigration enforcement by halting DHS funding for surveillance tools like facial recognition, limiting enforcement capabilities.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts the use of surveillance technologies like facial recognition, limiting their deployment in immigration enforcement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability Border Security Detention Enforcement Data Privacy Emerging Technology

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 10, 2026

S 4741: SAFE for Kids Act of 2026

The SAFE for Kids Act of 2026 requires internet platforms that host more than one-third sexual material harmful to minors to verify the age of users before they can access that content. Covered entities must implement systems using government-issued IDs, transactional data, or other reliable methods to confirm users are not under 18, while strictly prohibiting the retention or sale of the personal information collected during this process. The Federal Trade Commission is tasked with enforcing these rules through civil penalties and rulemaking, while the Department of Justice can pursue criminal charges against violators, including fines and imprisonment. Additionally, the law allows parents to sue platforms directly in civil court if their children gain access to prohibited material, and it mandates regular reports to Congress on enforcement activities.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts internet access by mandating age verification for platforms, limiting user anonymity and access to legal content.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · United States · House May 22, 2026

HR 9016: Email Privacy Act

This bill, known as the Email Privacy Act, amends existing federal laws to clarify how information about stored emails can be shared and how government agencies can access email content. It requires internet service providers to use the term "disclose" rather than "divulge" when sharing subscriber data and expands the definition of who can receive this information to include agents of the customer. The legislation also changes rules for government warrants by allowing providers to notify customers about the receipt of a warrant unless the government requests otherwise, while maintaining exceptions for communications made public by the sender. Additionally, the bill removes a specific time limit that previously required a warrant for emails stored for less than 180 days, ensuring consistent warrant requirements for all stored communications.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill weakens privacy protections by expanding government access to stored emails and altering terminology to facilitate data sharing.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · House Jul 13, 2026

HR 8720: Campaign Finance Transparency Act

This bill, known as the Campaign Finance Transparency Act, requires political committees in federal elections to collect specific personal information from donors using online credit or debit cards, including card verification codes and billing ZIP codes. It also mandates that the name on the payment card must match the donor's name and bans the acceptance of contributions made with gift cards. Additionally, the legislation lowers the reporting threshold for campaign contributions from $200 to any amount and prohibits individuals from helping others make donations in someone else's name. These rules aim to increase donor transparency by making it harder to conceal the identity of contributors while establishing clear duties for committees to refund non-compliant payments.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts online payment methods and requires sensitive card data collection, limiting digital payment privacy and access.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Tags Government Transparency

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in committee · United States · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 7399: Kids Off Social Media Act

This bill, known as the Kids Off Social Media Act, restricts social media platforms from allowing users under 13 to create accounts and requires them to delete existing accounts for children they identify. It also limits how platforms use personal data to recommend content to children and teens, prohibiting personalized algorithms except for basic factors like device type and location. The second part of the bill updates existing federal rules to require schools receiving discounted internet subsidies to block student access to social media platforms and submit annual compliance certifications. The Federal Trade Commission and state attorneys general are authorized to enforce these provisions through civil actions and penalties.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill restricts social media platforms and limits data usage for children, imposing regulatory constraints on technology companies and digital services.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · United States · Senate Feb 20, 2025

S 651: Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Programs Act

This bill repeals two federal programs that provided funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. It eliminates the grant program for charging/fueling stations under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and terminates the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program. The bill specifically removes authorization for new grants, cancels unspent funds, and prohibits future use of federal money for these programs. As a result, the federal government will no longer fund or support the development of EV charging networks through these specific mechanisms.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill repeals federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, directly defunding renewable energy infrastructure programs under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill repeals federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, eliminating programs that support clean transportation and emissions reduction efforts, directly weakening environmental progress.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill repeals federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, reducing technology adoption and limiting access to electric vehicle charging networks.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill repeals federal EV charging infrastructure programs, eliminating grants and canceling unspent funds, directly cutting transportation infrastructure funding for electric vehicles.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Oil & Gas Data Privacy Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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in committee · United States · House Feb 21, 2025

HR 1513: Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Program Act

HR 1513, the "Unplug the Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Program Act," terminates two existing federal programs that funded electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. The bill repeals the authorization for grants supporting EV charging stations and eliminates the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program, which distributed funds to states for building charging networks. It also rescinds unobligated funds previously allocated to these programs. This bill directly affects the Department of Transportation's ability to support EV charging infrastructure development through these specific funding mechanisms. The policy change removes federal financial support for expanding public EV charging networks under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesTerminates federal funding for EV charging infrastructure by repealing grant authorizations and rescinding unobligated funds, directly defunding essential programs.90% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyTerminates federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, directly defunding renewable energy infrastructure programs.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentTerminates federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, directly defunding a clean energy initiative that supports environmental protection and emissions reduction.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill terminates federal funding for EV charging infrastructure, explicitly defunding a technology program as it repeals grants and eliminates the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program.90% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationTerminates federal EV charging infrastructure programs and rescinds funds, directly defunding transportation infrastructure as per bill summary.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Oil & Gas Data Privacy Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · United States · Senate Jan 7, 2025

S 21: REMOTE Act

The REMOTE Act requires federal agencies to collect and retain data on teleworking employees' digital activity, including login frequency, connection duration, and data usage, for at least three years. Agencies must report this data in budget documents, comparing telework patterns to in-office work while protecting personal information. Managers must also document reasons for revoking telework privileges, including employee details and circumstances, to improve oversight of telework programs. This bill directly affects all Executive departments and their teleworking staff, including contract workers.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyMandates federal agencies to collect employee digital activity data, increasing privacy risks despite privacy protections clause.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · United States · Senate Jun 30, 2025

S 278: Kids Off Social Media Act

S 278, the Kids Off Social Media Act, prohibits social media platforms from allowing children under 13 to create or maintain accounts and requires platforms to delete accounts of children under 13. It also bans the use of personalized recommendation systems for children under 13 and teens aged 13-16, with limited exceptions for basic device information. The bill requires schools receiving certain broadband subsidies to certify they prevent student access to social media on school devices through technology protection measures. Platforms would face enforcement by the Federal Trade Commission for violations, and the bill excludes certain educational platforms from the definition of "social media platform" to allow for educational use. The bill would take effect one year after enactment.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits social media access for under-13s, bans personalized recommendations for under-17s, and limits school access - restricting tech company operations under digital rights framework.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy Online Safety Social Media

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