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Bill · H.R. 10950In progress6d agoData Center Oversight Act · Sponsor: Eugene Simon Vindman (D-VA)
If enacted, owners and operators of data centers with loads of at least 20 megawatts would report power, water, and infrastructure-cost information to the Energy Department.
Consumer Protection · Environment & Energy
Bill · H.Res. 1642In progress6d agoExpressing the sense of the House of Representatives that Congress must refuse to provide any additional funds or exceptional regulatory support to companies… · Sponsor: Greg Casar (D-TX) · 12 cosponsors
The House would oppose federal rescues for failing AI firms and exposed financial firms, while urging help for workers and consumers hurt by a collapse.
Economy & Jobs · Government & Ethics
Bill · H.R. 10915In progress9d agoCommon-Sense Cloud Security Act · Sponsor: Richard McCormick (R-GA)
Federal officials would gather public input on cloud security standards, then offer voluntary certification and update reviews of cloud firms serving federal agencies.
AI & Privacy · Government & Ethics
Bill · H.R. 10860In progress13d agoStop Beijing’s Bots Act · Sponsor: Sheri Biggs (R-SC)
Within one year of enactment, the Defense Department would stop signing or renewing contracts for specified robotic equipment and services containing it, unless a waiver applies.
National Security · Technology
Bill · H.R. 10873In progress13d agoAI Cyber Defense Act · Sponsor: Pat Harrigan (R-NC) · 1 cosponsor
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) would form a group to develop voluntary standards for using AI to defend against cyberattacks.
Bill · H.R. 10859In progress13d agoBiotech Defense Act · Sponsor: Sheri Biggs (R-SC)
Defense and intelligence officials would assess China’s military use of biotechnology, such as gene editing, and monitor foreign investments in U.S. biotech businesses.
National Security · Technology
Bill · H.R. 10861In progress13d agoBlocking Foreign Cellular Modules in Defense Systems Act of 2026 · Sponsor: Sheri Biggs (R-SC)
The defense secretary would check defense systems for cellular hardware from specified suppliers and report findings and plans to address security risks to Congress.
Government & Ethics · National Security
Bill · H.R. 10880In progress13d agoTell the Government Once Act · Sponsor: Young Kim (R-CA) · 1 cosponsor
People would be able to send address changes to selected federal agencies through an optional online form that checks identity and confirms receipt.
AI & Privacy · Government & Ethics
Bill · H.R. 10892In progress13d agoPerformance Life Disclosure Act of 2026 · Sponsor: Marie Gluesenkamp Perez (D-WA)
For selected household appliances, manufacturers would disclose expected lifespans, upkeep costs, and software support, starting more than five years after federal listing.
Consumer Protection · Technology
Bill · H.R. 7022Became law13d agoMystic Alerts Act · Sponsor: August Pfluger (R-TX) · 4 cosponsors
Mobile providers offering satellite service and already participating in federal wireless alerts would choose whether to add satellite delivery under FCC rules.
Emergency Management · Public Safety
Bill · H.R. 2481Became law15d agoRomance Scam Prevention Act · Sponsor: David G. Valadao (R-CA) · 9 cosponsors
Starting October 20, 2027, dating services must warn users who got messages from people the services banned over a serious risk of seeking money through fraud.
Consumer Protection · Technology
Bill · HB 1028In progress16d agoEnact the Early Childhood Opportunity and Enrollment Act · Sponsor: Josh Williams (R)
Ohio agencies would guide families toward early childhood assistance, help parents apply with permission, and offer a statewide portal that accepts family details once.
Education · Government & Ethics
Bill · H.R. 10843In progress16d agoVACRA · Sponsor: Ben Cline (R-VA) · 1 cosponsor
Photographers could register large groups together, while visual artists could postpone examination of copyright applications and use registration subscriptions.
Bill · H.R. 10850In progress16d agoSCREENS Act · Sponsor: Ashley Hinson (R-IA) · 1 cosponsor
Within five years after enactment, federal officials would require certified health software to track whether patients have completed cancer screenings recommended under a national framework.
Bill · H.R. 10832In progress20d agoIRAN Act · Sponsor: Claudia Tenney (R-NY) · 14 cosponsors
The State Department would seek to provide cybersecurity training and safety tools for Iranian journalists and activists, with Congress still needing to provide funding.
Foreign Policy · National Security
Bill · H.R. 10805In progress22d agoDon’t Block LGBTQ Act of 2026 · Sponsor: Bradley Scott Schneider (D-IL)
Schools and public libraries would need to allow information about sexual orientation and gender identity online to qualify for federal service discounts, with certain images excluded.
Civil Rights & Voting · Education
Bill · H.R. 10809In progress22d agoMake Data Centers Pay Act · Sponsor: Eugene Simon Vindman (D-VA)
Utilities would keep large computing sites’ added costs off other customers’ bills for connections on or after enactment, while preserving service deals regulators approved before enactment.
Consumer Protection · Environment & Energy
Bill · H.R. 10796In progress22d agoUnited States-Israel Defense Technology Cooperation Act · Sponsor: Don Bacon (R-NE)
The defense secretary would assign a lead coordinator for joint research with Israel and for moving useful technology toward U.S. military use.
Foreign Policy · National Security
Bill · H.R. 10238In progress22d agoCybersecurity for Small Businesses Act of 2026 · Sponsor: Tony Wied (R-WI) · 3 cosponsors
The Small Business Administration would share cybersecurity guidance, including certification information for small businesses seeking federal contracts or work as federal subcontractors.
Bill · H.R. 10775In progress26d agoBots Research Act · Sponsor: Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA)
The Federal Trade Commission would assemble experts to study automated accounts’ effects on social media, public debate, and elections, including responses that protect free speech.
AI & Privacy · Government & Ethics