Browse AI Bills

103 bills tracked across 2 jurisdictions

FederalIn Committee
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HR 9285

Rep. Michael Lawler (R-NY) wants HHS to launch an AI-powered surveillance program that tracks heat-related illnesses across the country and predicts outbreaks before they happen. The bill creates a federal monitoring system, not new rules for private businesses, so it's primarily a government technology initiative rather than a regulatory burden.

Healthcare AIHospital SystemsConstruction

Last action: Jun 11, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4762

Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) wants the Department of Homeland Security to produce an annual report assessing how terrorists could use generative AI tools like ChatGPT, image generators, and deepfake technology to attack the United States. The bill creates a recurring threat assessment but does not regulate companies that build or deploy generative AI.

Generative AI DevelopersCloud ComputingCybersecurity

Last action: Jun 11, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 9279

Rep. Harriet Hageman's bill would let private citizens and businesses sue federal employees personally when those employees use or develop AI in ways that violate First Amendment rights, think government AI systems flagging, suppressing, or censoring speech online. It targets situations like federal agencies pressuring platforms to remove content or building AI tools that chill protected speech.

Social Media PlatformsContent Moderation TechGovernment AI Contractors

Last action: Jun 11, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4774

Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced this bill to ban distribution of materially deceptive AI-generated audio, video, or images of federal candidates within 60 days of an election. It also blocks states from purging voters based on unverified third-party challenge databases (like those used by some activist groups). Violators could face civil penalties and lawsuits from candidates targeted by deepfakes.

Generative AISocial Media PlatformsPolitical Advertising

Last action: Jun 11, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4743

Senator Elizabeth Warren wants the Office of Financial Research (a Treasury watchdog created after the 2008 crash) to collect detailed data on how AI development is being financed, who's funding it, and whether those investments pose risks to financial stability. The agency would then report findings to Congress and recommend new rules to financial regulators. It's an intelligence-gathering bill aimed at AI's potential to create the next financial bubble or systemic risk.

BankingVenture Capital and Private EquityAsset Management

Last action: Jun 10, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4742

Senator Mark Kelly (D-AZ) introduced this bill to authorize federal labor market data collection focused on how AI is reshaping the American workforce. It directs federal agencies to measure AI's impact on jobs, wages, and worker displacement, but does not impose any compliance requirements on private businesses.

HR TechStaffing and Workforce ServicesManufacturing

Last action: Jun 10, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4727

Senator Markey's bill orders the EPA to study the environmental footprint of AI data centers (water use, energy consumption, emissions) and directs NIST to form a consortium to develop standardized measurement methods. It would also create a voluntary reporting system for AI developers and operators to disclose environmental impacts.

Cloud Computing and Data CentersAI Model DevelopmentElectric Utilities

Last action: Jun 9, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4707

A bill to amend title 10, United States Code, to establish a policy for the Department of Defense on maximizing autonomy and artificial intelligence systems, to establish requirements relating to Department review and verification of autonomous weapon systems, and artificial intelligence capabilities, and for other purposes.

Last action: Jun 8, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 9183

Rep. Don Beyer's bill directs the EPA to study the environmental footprint of AI data centers (energy, water, emissions) and tasks NIST with convening industry experts to develop voluntary measurement standards. It would also create a federal reporting system for companies to disclose AI environmental impacts, though the bill itself focuses on study and standard-setting rather than immediate mandates.

Cloud ComputingData CentersAI Model Development

Last action: Jun 8, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 9125

Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA) introduced the Sectoral AI Governance Act of 2026, which would assign AI oversight to existing federal agencies based on the sector where AI is used (think FDA for medical AI, EEOC for hiring AI) rather than creating one new mega-regulator. The bill is sitting in the House Judiciary and Oversight Committees, so nothing is law yet, but it signals where federal AI rules are heading.

Healthcare AIHR TechFinancial Services

Last action: Jun 3, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4656

Senator Gillibrand's bill would set new rules for how the Department of Defense buys, builds, and uses AI, including generative AI tools. It focuses on security testing, vendor accountability, and tracking AI risks across military operations, with implications for any contractor selling AI to DoD.

Defense ContractingGenerative AICloud Infrastructure

Last action: Jun 2, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4627

Senator Ted Budd's FARM AI Act of 2026 directs the USDA to study and support artificial intelligence adoption in American agriculture, covering uses like precision farming, crop monitoring, livestock management, and supply chain optimization. The bill is currently sitting in the Senate Agriculture Committee and focuses on research, coordination, and farmer access to AI tools rather than imposing new restrictions.

AgTechAgriculture and FarmingFood Processing and Supply Chain

Last action: May 21, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8893

Rep. Valerie Foushee (D-NC) introduced this bill to require NIST to develop standards for identifying AI-generated content and detecting deepfakes, particularly synthetic audio, video, and images that could deceive consumers. It directs federal agencies to create guidelines for watermarking and content provenance, pushing platforms and AI developers toward clearer disclosure of synthetic media.

Generative AISocial Media PlatformsAdvertising and Marketing

Last action: May 19, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8881

Rep. Brad Finstad's bill would require the Small Business Administration (SBA) to develop a strategy for using AI internally to improve how it serves small businesses. It's an internal government modernization bill, not a regulation on private companies or their AI tools.

Government TechnologyAI Vendors and ContractorsSmall Business Lending

Last action: May 19, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8819

Rep. Ted Lieu's bill would force every federal agency to adopt NIST's AI Risk Management Framework when they build, buy, or use AI systems. It's an internal government mandate, not a rule for private companies, but it would push the NIST framework toward becoming the de facto national standard for AI risk management.

Federal ContractorsEnterprise AI SoftwareCloud Services

Last action: May 14, 2026

FederalIntroduced
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HR 2152

Rep. Zachary Nunn (R-IA) introduced the AI PLAN Act, which directs federal agencies to develop a national strategy for protecting against AI-enabled threats like deepfakes, fraud, and cyberattacks. The bill cleared committee unanimously (52-0) and focuses on government coordination rather than imposing new rules on private companies.

CybersecurityFinancial ServicesDefense and Government Contracting

Last action: May 13, 2026

FederalIntroduced
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HR 4801

Rep. French Hill's bill directs federal financial regulators (SEC, CFTC, FDIC, OCC, Federal Reserve, NCUA, CFPB) to create 'AI innovation labs' where banks, broker-dealers, and fintech companies can test AI tools with regulatory feedback before full deployment. It aims to give financial firms a sanctioned sandbox to experiment with AI for fraud detection, underwriting, trading, and customer service without fear of immediate enforcement action.

BankingFintechInvestment Management

Last action: May 13, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8664

Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-MI) introduced this bill to require the Small Business Administration to study and report to Congress on how small businesses are adopting AI tools. It creates a reporting obligation for the SBA itself, not for private companies, and would track adoption rates, barriers, and resource needs.

Small Business ServicesAI Software VendorsBusiness Software (CRM, Accounting)

Last action: May 4, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4456

Senator Jim Banks (R-IN) introduced the AI OVERWATCH Act to monitor how foreign adversaries (think China, Russia, Iran, North Korea) use artificial intelligence in ways that could threaten U.S. national security and economic interests. The bill likely directs federal agencies, possibly Treasury and intelligence community, to track and report on adversarial AI development, with implications for export controls and foreign investment review.

SemiconductorsCloud InfrastructureFrontier AI Development

Last action: Apr 30, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4476

Senator Mark Warner's bill creates a voluntary framework for AI developers and companies using AI to share data about how AI is affecting their workforce (think hiring, firing, task automation, and skill shifts). The Secretary of Labor would then compile and report this data to Congress and the public. Nothing here is mandatory, it's an opt-in disclosure program.

Enterprise AI / AI DevelopersHR TechStaffing and Recruiting

Last action: Apr 30, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8623

Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced HR 8623, which would force AI chatbot operators like ChatGPT, Character.AI, and Replika to verify users' ages and disclose key information about how their bots work. The bill aims to protect minors from AI chatbot harms and ensure users know when they're talking to AI rather than a human.

Consumer AIEdTechSocial Media

Last action: Apr 30, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4441

Senator Todd Young (R-IN) reintroduced the CREATE AI Act to formally establish the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR), a shared federal computing and data infrastructure that gives academics, startups, and small developers access to the expensive tools needed to build AI. It's about democratizing AI research, not regulating private sector AI use.

Cloud InfrastructureAI/ML StartupsHigher Education and Research

Last action: Apr 29, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4414

Senator Adam Schiff's LIFT AI Act would direct the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to study AI literacy and workforce readiness across the U.S. economy. It does not create new rules for businesses; it sets up federal research and recommendations on closing the AI skills gap.

Workforce Development & EdTechHR TechFinancial Services

Last action: Apr 28, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4407

Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) introduced a bill requiring AI chatbot companies to create special family accounts for children under 13 and get verifiable parental consent for teens 13-17. Companies like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini would need to build parental control systems and age verification processes, similar to what social media platforms currently do under COPPA.

Consumer AI ServicesEdTechGaming & Entertainment

Last action: Apr 28, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8526

Rep. David Schweikert (R-AZ) introduced a bill requiring mammography facilities that use AI systems to meet new FDA quality standards and undergo additional inspections. The bill would mandate that facilities using AI for breast cancer screening disclose this to patients and maintain specific documentation about their AI tools.

Healthcare AIMedical ImagingHospital Systems

Last action: Apr 27, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4402

Senator Adam Schiff (D-CA) introduced S 4402, which would require intelligence agencies to report how they use AI to analyze surveillance data collected under FISA (Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act). The bill focuses on AI systems that access raw, unfiltered surveillance data before privacy protections are applied, requiring transparency about these tools without creating new restrictions on businesses.

Defense ContractorsFederal IT ServicesAI/ML Platform Providers

Last action: Apr 27, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8516

Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) introduced this bill to position the U.S. as the global leader in AI development through federal investment in research, workforce training, and public-private partnerships. It's primarily a strategic and funding bill, not a regulatory crackdown, focused on boosting American AI competitiveness rather than restricting how companies use AI.

AI Research and DevelopmentHigher EducationDefense and Federal Contracting

Last action: Apr 27, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8479

Rep. Valerie Foushee (D-NC) introduced this House bill to crack down on deceptive AI-generated content, particularly deepfakes and synthetic media that could mislead consumers. It would direct NIST to develop standards for identifying and labeling AI-generated content, and require platforms and creators to disclose when content is synthetic.

Generative AI VendorsSocial Media PlatformsAdvertising and Marketing

Last action: Apr 23, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8488

Rep. LaMonica McIver (D-NJ) introduced this bill to force AI data center developers to publicly disclose where they're building, how much energy and water they'll consume, and the local environmental impact before construction begins. It's a response to the boom in massive AI computing facilities that strain local power grids and water supplies, often without community input.

Cloud ComputingData Center OperationsElectric Utilities

Last action: Apr 23, 2026

FederalIn Committee
Medium Risk

HR 8382

Rep. Blake Moore (R-UT) introduced a bill that would ban AI chatbots in children's products. The bill makes it illegal to manufacture or sell toys, apps, or other products for kids under 13 that include AI chat features, with fines up to $5,000 per violation.

Toy ManufacturingEdTechGaming

Last action: Apr 20, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8283

Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI) introduced legislation to prevent foreign adversaries, particularly China, from stealing or accessing advanced American AI models. The bill would block companies from exporting AI models above certain capability thresholds to China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, and requires security reviews before sharing powerful AI systems with any foreign entity.

Cloud Infrastructure ProvidersAI/ML Platform CompaniesEnterprise Software

Last action: Apr 15, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8094

Rep. Don Beyer (D-VA) introduced legislation requiring companies that develop or deploy large AI models (like GPT-4 or Claude) to publicly disclose detailed information about their AI systems. Companies would need to report training data sources, model capabilities, safety testing results, and energy consumption to a new federal registry within 90 days of deployment.

Enterprise SoftwareHealthcare AIFinancial Services

Last action: Mar 26, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4216

Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) introduced a bill to repeal President Biden's Executive Order on AI, which currently requires federal agencies to develop AI safety standards and companies to share AI safety test results with the government. This would eliminate federal AI oversight requirements that the Executive Order put in place.

Federal ContractorsHealthcare AIFinancial Services

Last action: Mar 26, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4199

Senator Markey (D-MA) introduced a bill that would ban companies from using AI to collect or process personal data from anyone under 17 without explicit consent. The Youth AI Privacy Act specifically targets AI systems that analyze biometric data, predict behavior, or make automated decisions about minors, requiring companies to delete collected data and conduct regular impact assessments.

Social Media PlatformsEdTechGaming and Entertainment

Last action: Mar 25, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4214

Senator Bernie Sanders introduced a bill that would ban the construction of new AI data centers for two years. The moratorium would apply nationwide while Congress studies the environmental impact of massive data centers that power AI systems like ChatGPT and other large language models.

Cloud Infrastructure ProvidersAI/ML Technology CompaniesData Center Real Estate

Last action: Mar 25, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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SCONRES 30

This is a non-binding congressional resolution introduced by Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) that supports the 'Ratepayer Protection Pledge' announced March 4, 2026. It expresses Congress's view that electricity costs should be kept affordable as AI and data centers expand across the country. This resolution doesn't create any new laws or requirements; it's essentially Congress stating its opinion on energy policy related to AI growth.

Data Center OperatorsCloud Computing ProvidersAI Infrastructure Companies

Last action: Mar 25, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4179

Senator Murkowski (R-AK) introduced a bill requiring states to involve tribal representatives when investigating child abuse cases involving Native American children. The bill mandates that state child protective services notify and coordinate with tribes within 24 hours when AI-powered risk assessment tools flag potential abuse cases involving Native children.

Government TechnologyHealthcare AIChild Welfare Software

Last action: Mar 24, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8048

Rep. Adelita Grijalva (D-AZ) introduced the AI/AN CAPTA bill, which despite the name appears to focus on American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) provisions under the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act, not artificial intelligence. The bill was referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce and likely addresses child welfare services for tribal communities rather than AI technology regulation.

Tribal Government ServicesChild WelfareSocial Services

Last action: Mar 24, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8037

Rep. Baumgartner (R-WA) introduced a bill requiring companies to disclose when they use AI systems trained on data from China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea. Companies would face fines up to $5 million for failing to tell customers about these foreign data sources in their AI products.

Enterprise SoftwareCloud Computing ServicesHealthcare AI

Last action: Mar 24, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 8031

Representative Boebert introduced HR 8031 to repeal Biden's Executive Order on AI that established federal AI safety standards and oversight requirements. The bill would eliminate current federal AI governance frameworks, removing requirements for federal agencies to assess AI risks and for companies to report on their AI development activities.

Federal ContractorsHealthcare AIFinancial Services

Last action: Mar 20, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7997

Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY) introduced a bill requiring federal courts to study how AI is being used in the justice system. The bill would create a task force to examine AI use in everything from bail decisions to evidence analysis, then recommend guidelines for courts nationwide.

Legal TechnologyCourt Reporting ServicesCriminal Justice Software

Last action: Mar 19, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4154

Senator Roger Wicker (R-MS) introduced a bill requiring federal courts to create policies for how judges and court staff use AI tools. The Research and Oversight of AI in Courts Act would mandate each federal court to develop guidelines on AI use, track which AI systems they're using, and report annually on their AI practices to Congress.

Legal TechEnterprise SoftwareDocument Management Systems

Last action: Mar 19, 2026

FederalIntroduced
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HRES 1007

House Resolution 1007 is a non-binding resolution that expresses Congress's opinion on how AI should be used in banking, lending, and housing. It doesn't create any new laws or requirements; it just states that Congress thinks financial companies should use AI responsibly, avoid discrimination, and be transparent about their AI systems.

Banking and Credit UnionsMortgage LendingFinancial Technology (Fintech)

Last action: Mar 19, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7968

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA) introduced this bill to help small businesses and startups access federal AI resources. It would create a new program at NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology) that gives smaller companies access to government AI testing tools, datasets, and expertise that are currently only available to large corporations and research institutions.

AI StartupsHealthcare AIEdTech

Last action: Mar 17, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4113

Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) introduced the AI Guardrails Act to force federal agencies to set safety rules for AI systems before they can deploy them. The bill requires agencies to identify risks, establish testing procedures, and create ways to shut down AI systems that go wrong, with the Department of Defense and intelligence agencies mostly exempt.

Federal IT ContractorsGovTechHealthcare IT (VA, HHS vendors)

Last action: Mar 17, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4098

Senator Ted Budd (R-NC) introduced the Artificial Intelligence-Ready Data Act to create federal guidelines for how businesses prepare and manage data used in AI systems. The bill would establish new requirements for data quality, documentation, and transparency when companies use data to train or operate AI tools, affecting any business that develops or deploys AI systems.

Enterprise SoftwareHealthcare AIFinancial Services

Last action: Mar 16, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 4069

Senator Todd Young (R-IN) introduced a bill requiring NIST to create standardized formats for biological data used in AI systems. The bill focuses on making bio-data (like genomic sequences, protein structures, and clinical trial results) consistent and interoperable across different AI platforms, which would help pharmaceutical companies, biotech firms, and research institutions share data more easily for drug discovery and medical AI development.

Pharmaceutical ManufacturingBiotechnologyHealthcare AI

Last action: Mar 12, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7907

Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) introduced a bill directing NIST to create standardized formats for biological data that AI systems can read and process. The bill focuses on making DNA sequences, protein structures, and other biological data work better across different AI platforms and research tools. It aims to accelerate biotech innovation by making it easier for AI companies to train models on biological datasets.

Pharmaceutical ResearchBiotech AIHealthcare AI

Last action: Mar 12, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 3982

Senator Harris introduced S 3982 to make companies criminally liable when their AI systems are used to commit fraud, even if the company didn't intend the fraud. The bill closes a legal loophole where businesses could claim their AI acted independently, forcing companies to take responsibility for fraudulent outcomes from their automated systems.

Financial ServicesInsuranceHealthcare AI

Last action: Mar 4, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7783

Representatives Bilirakis and Matsui introduced HR 7783, which would require the FCC to study how well American telecom networks can handle AI workloads. The bill focuses on whether current broadband infrastructure has enough capacity, speed, and reliability to support growing AI applications across different sectors.

TelecommunicationsCloud Computing ServicesInternet Service Providers

Last action: Mar 4, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7786

Representative Yvette Clarke introduced HR 7786 to make companies liable when their AI tools are used for fraud. If someone uses AI to create deepfakes, forge documents, or run scams, both the fraudster AND the AI company could face penalties unless the company took reasonable steps to prevent misuse.

AI Software DevelopmentDigital Identity VerificationFinancial Services

Last action: Mar 4, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 3952

Senator Peters introduced a bill that would create new compliance requirements for companies using AI in high-stakes decisions like hiring, lending, healthcare, and criminal justice. Companies would need to conduct annual bias audits, implement human oversight systems, and publicly disclose when AI makes decisions affecting people's lives.

HR TechFinancial ServicesHealthcare AI

Last action: Feb 26, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7697

This federal bill directs the State Department to develop a strategy for modernizing energy grids internationally to handle increased power demands from AI systems. Representative Obernolte introduced it to address the massive energy consumption of AI data centers, which could strain power grids worldwide. The bill requires a plan within 180 days but doesn't create any regulations for businesses.

Cloud Computing ProvidersData Center OperatorsEnergy Infrastructure

Last action: Feb 25, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7696

Rep. Jackson Lee introduced HR 7696 to protect critical infrastructure from AI-powered cyberattacks. The bill would require companies operating power grids, water systems, and other essential services to implement specific AI security measures and conduct regular vulnerability assessments. It creates new federal oversight of AI systems used in critical infrastructure with mandatory reporting of AI-related security incidents.

Electric UtilitiesWater and Wastewater SystemsHealthcare IT

Last action: Feb 25, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 3679

Rep. Mike Collins (R-GA) introduced this bill to help small businesses adopt AI tools through education, training, and resources via the Small Business Administration. It directs the SBA to create programs that teach small business owners how to use AI responsibly and competitively, rather than imposing new restrictions or compliance burdens.

SaaS and AI VendorsSmall Business ServicesWorkforce Training and EdTech

Last action: Feb 24, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7576

Representatives Beyer and Obernolte introduced HR 7576 to create AI workforce training programs through tax credits. Companies that train workers in AI skills would get tax breaks, and the bill establishes government programs to help workers whose jobs are displaced by AI automation.

ManufacturingLogistics and TransportationCustomer Service Centers

Last action: Feb 13, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7294

Rep. Robert Menendez (D-NJ) introduced the AI for Secure Networks Act to improve cybersecurity in critical infrastructure by using AI to detect and respond to threats. The bill would direct the Department of Homeland Security to develop AI tools for protecting power grids, water systems, and other essential services from cyber attacks.

Energy and UtilitiesWater and Wastewater SystemsHealthcare Systems

Last action: Jan 30, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 5784

The AI-WISE Act, introduced by Rep. Hillary Scholten (D-MI), directs the Small Business Administration to help small businesses understand and adopt AI tools through education, training, and resources. It is an SBA-focused support measure, not a regulatory mandate, and has cleared the House and moved to the Senate Small Business Committee.

Small Business ServicesAI Training and ConsultingRetail

Last action: Jan 26, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 5764

Rep. Mark Alford (R-MO) introduced a bill requiring the Small Business Administration to create free AI training programs for small businesses. The bill would establish a nationwide network of AI resource centers at universities and community colleges, plus require SBA to publish guides on how small businesses can actually use AI tools to compete with larger companies.

Small Business ServicesRetailLocal Manufacturing

Last action: Jan 26, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7158

Rep. Valerie Foushee (D-NC) introduced this bill to expand participation in AI research and development by directing federal funding toward Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Hispanic-Serving Institutions, and other minority-serving institutions. It aims to diversify the AI workforce and research pipeline rather than regulate how companies use AI. Currently sitting in the House Science Committee.

Higher EducationAI/ML ResearchBig Tech

Last action: Jan 20, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 7058

Representative Jim Himes introduced HR 7058, which requires the State Department to create an office that evaluates AI risks from China, Russia, and other adversary nations. The bill doesn't regulate businesses directly but mandates government reports on foreign AI threats that could influence future regulations and federal AI procurement decisions.

Defense ContractorsFederal IT ServicesAI Software Development

Last action: Jan 14, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 6996

The Full AI Stack Export Promotion Act (HR 6996) aims to boost US exports of AI technologies by streamlining export controls and creating new government programs to help American AI companies sell internationally. While the full text isn't available yet, the title suggests it covers the entire AI technology chain from chips to software, likely reducing barriers that currently make it hard for US companies to export AI products.

Semiconductor ManufacturingEnterprise AI SoftwareCloud Computing Services

Last action: Jan 9, 2026

IndianaIn Committee
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HB 1421

Indiana House Bill 1421 would completely ban employers from using automated decision systems (like AI hiring software, resume screening tools, or performance evaluation algorithms) to make employment decisions. The bill has just been introduced and sent to the Employment, Labor and Pensions Committee for review.

HR TechStaffing and RecruitingRetail

Last action: Jan 8, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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S 3586

Senator Todd Young (R-IN) introduced a bill to create a voluntary AI certification program specifically for small businesses. The bill would establish an 'AI Center of Excellence' at the Small Business Administration that helps small companies adopt AI responsibly through training, resources, and a certification process that could give them advantages in federal contracting.

Small Business ServicesFederal ContractorsProfessional Services

Last action: Jan 7, 2026

FederalIn Committee
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HR 6875

Representatives McCaul and Krishnamoorthi introduced the AI OVERWATCH Act to monitor how foreign adversaries (specifically China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea) use AI for military purposes. The bill requires the State Department to create annual reports tracking these countries' AI capabilities and recommend ways to counter them. This focuses on national security rather than regulating domestic businesses.

Defense TechnologyCybersecurityEnterprise AI Software

Last action: Dec 18, 2025

FederalIn Committee
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HRES 963

Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA) introduced a resolution condemning antisemitism on AI platforms and urging tech companies to implement better safeguards. The resolution doesn't create any new laws or penalties; it's a formal statement from Congress expressing concern about AI-generated hate speech and calling for voluntary industry action.

AI Platform ProvidersSocial Media TechChatbot/Conversational AI

Last action: Dec 18, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Low Risk

HR 6573

Rep. Sara Jacobs (D-CA) introduced this bill to help the federal government recruit and retain AI talent by creating new hiring pathways and training programs for AI specialists in federal agencies. It focuses on building government AI expertise rather than regulating private sector AI use.

Government ContractingAI/Machine Learning VendorsFederal Consulting

Last action: Dec 10, 2025

FederalIn Committee
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HR 6529

Rep. Greg Landsman (D-OH) introduced HR 6529 to make AI data center operators pay for the energy grid upgrades their facilities require, instead of passing those costs to residential customers. The bill would prevent utility companies from charging families higher electricity rates to fund the massive power infrastructure needed by data centers running AI workloads.

Cloud Computing ProvidersAI/ML Platform CompaniesCryptocurrency Mining

Last action: Dec 9, 2025

FederalIn Committee
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HR 6461

Representative Ted Lieu introduced the READ AI Models Act (HR 6461) to require companies developing powerful AI systems to run safety tests and share the results with the government. The bill specifically targets frontier AI models (think GPT-4 level and beyond) and would force developers to test for dangerous capabilities like cyberattacks, bioweapon design, or autonomous replication before release.

AI Model DevelopersCloud Computing ProvidersEnterprise AI Services

Last action: Dec 4, 2025

FederalIn Committee
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HR 6356

Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-NY) introduced legislation requiring companies to audit their AI systems for bias and discrimination before using them to make decisions about people. The bill would give individuals the right to know when AI makes decisions about them and to appeal those decisions to a human.

HR TechFinancial ServicesInsurance

Last action: Dec 2, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Low Risk

HR 6304

Rep. Jennifer Kiggans (R-VA) introduced a bill to create a new AI research hub within the National Science Foundation that would fund academic research into AI safety and ethics. The bill would allocate $100 million annually for five years to universities studying how to make AI systems more transparent, secure, and aligned with American values.

Universities and Research InstitutionsDefense TechnologyHealthcare AI

Last action: Nov 25, 2025

FederalIn Committee
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S 3108

Senator Robert Casey Jr. introduced the AI-Related Job Impacts Clarity Act (S 3108), which would require companies to tell the government before using AI in ways that could affect jobs. Companies planning to deploy AI systems that might automate work or change employment would need to file advance notices with the Department of Labor, explaining how many workers could be affected and what support they'll provide.

ManufacturingRetailCustomer Service/Call Centers

Last action: Nov 5, 2025

FederalIn Committee
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S 2938

Senator Cantwell introduced the Artificial Intelligence Risk Evaluation Act, which would require companies developing AI systems to conduct safety evaluations before release and report critical failures to the government. The bill creates a new federal office to oversee AI safety and gives regulators power to investigate AI incidents, similar to how the NTSB investigates plane crashes.

HR TechFinancial ServicesHealthcare AI

Last action: Sep 29, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Medium Risk

S 2937

Senator Thom Tillis introduced the AI LEAD Act to regulate how federal agencies use AI systems. The bill requires agencies to tell Congress before buying or using AI, sets up testing requirements to catch problems before deployment, and creates new oversight rules with real penalties if agencies mess up their AI implementations.

Government ContractorsEnterprise SoftwareHR Tech

Last action: Sep 29, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Low Risk

HR 5584

Rep. Thomas Kean's LIFT AI Act directs federal agencies (likely NIST and related bodies) to study and support AI workforce development and adoption, focusing on training and capacity-building rather than restricting AI use. It's currently sitting in the House Science Committee with no compliance mandates for private businesses.

Workforce Training & EdTechHigher EducationGovernment Contractors

Last action: Sep 26, 2025

FederalIn Committee
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HR 5511

Rep. Yvette Clarke (D-NY) introduced legislation requiring companies to conduct impact assessments before deploying AI systems that could affect consumers. The bill would give the FTC power to enforce these assessments and create a public registry of high-impact AI systems, marking the first major federal attempt to regulate commercial AI use across industries.

HR TechHealthcare AIFinancial Services

Last action: Sep 19, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Medium Risk

HR 5272

Rep. Julie Johnson (D-TX) introduced this bill to ban AI-generated deepfakes that falsely depict federal candidates in campaign ads and political communications. It would let candidates sue creators and distributors of deceptive AI content, and give the FEC authority to enforce violations. Think fake Biden robocalls or fabricated Trump videos during election season.

Generative AISocial Media PlatformsPolitical Advertising

Last action: Sep 10, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Medium Risk

HR 4873

Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) introduced HR 4873 to turn Biden's Executive Order 14319 into permanent law, which requires federal agencies to avoid using AI systems that show bias based on race, gender, or other protected characteristics. The bill would make it illegal for any federal agency to use AI tools that discriminate in hiring, benefits distribution, or service delivery.

Federal Government ContractorsHR TechEnterprise Software

Last action: Aug 5, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Medium Risk

HR 4640

Rep. Greg Casar (D-TX) introduced this bill to ban companies from using AI algorithms to set prices or wages in ways that could amount to collusion or exploitation. It would treat algorithmic price-setting and wage-setting that uses competitor data as a form of illegal coordination, even without a traditional agreement between companies.

Real Estate and Property ManagementHR Tech and StaffingE-commerce and Retail

Last action: Jul 23, 2025

FederalIn Committee
High Risk

HR 4695

Representative Ted Lieu introduced HR 4695 to restrict how companies and government agencies use facial recognition technology. The bill would require businesses to get explicit consent before scanning faces, ban certain uses like emotion detection in hiring, and give people the right to opt out of facial recognition systems.

RetailHR TechPhysical Security

Last action: Jul 23, 2025

FederalIn Committee
High Risk

S 2367

Senator Durbin introduced S 2367, which would require companies using AI for important decisions (like hiring, lending, or healthcare) to explain how their AI works and prove it doesn't discriminate. Companies would need to conduct regular audits of their AI systems, tell people when AI makes decisions about them, and let people opt out of certain AI decisions.

HR TechFinancial ServicesHealthcare AI

Last action: Jul 21, 2025

FederalIn Committee
High Risk

S 2164

Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR) introduced the Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025, which would require companies using AI and automated decision-making systems to conduct impact assessments and document how their algorithms work. The bill targets businesses using AI for critical decisions like hiring, lending, healthcare, and housing, forcing them to evaluate their systems for bias, discrimination, and privacy risks before deployment.

HR TechFinancial ServicesHealthcare AI

Last action: Jun 25, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Low Risk

HR 3919

Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL) introduced HR 3919 to require U.S. intelligence agencies to develop strategies for using AI to counter threats from China and Russia. The bill mandates the Director of National Intelligence to create a 5-year plan for deploying AI in intelligence operations, focusing on automation, data analysis, and threat detection.

Defense ContractorsCybersecurityEnterprise AI Software

Last action: Jun 11, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Medium Risk

S 1792

Senator Chuck Grassley's bill would protect employees at AI companies who report safety risks, legal violations, or dangerous practices to the government or their employers. It bars AI developers from using non-disclosure agreements or retaliation to silence workers who raise concerns about AI systems.

Foundation Model DevelopersEnterprise AI SoftwareAI Startups

Last action: May 15, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Medium Risk

HR 3460

Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-CA) introduced this federal bill to protect employees at AI companies who report safety concerns or violations to the government. It would shield workers from retaliation (firing, demotion, harassment) when they blow the whistle on AI-related risks, similar to existing protections in finance and healthcare.

AI DevelopmentBig TechDefense and Government Contracting

Last action: May 15, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Low Risk

HR 3210

Representative Adriano Espaillat (D-NY) introduced this bill to boost AI literacy and inclusion across the US workforce, likely through education programs, grants, and training initiatives targeting underrepresented communities. It's currently sitting in multiple House committees, including Science, Education, and Small Business, and focuses on building AI skills rather than regulating AI use.

Workforce Training and EdTechHigher EducationSmall Business Services

Last action: May 6, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Low Risk

S 1290

Senator Gary Peters (D-MI) introduced a bill requiring the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to create a standardized framework for AI workforce roles and skills. The bill would establish official job titles, required competencies, and career pathways for AI professionals across government and industry, similar to existing frameworks for cybersecurity roles.

HR TechFederal ContractorsEducational Technology

Last action: Apr 3, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Low Risk

HR 2385

The CREATE AI Act, introduced in the House of Representatives, would establish the National AI Research Resource (NAIRR) to give academic researchers and small businesses access to computing power and datasets for AI development. This federal program would level the playing field between Big Tech companies and smaller organizations by providing free access to expensive AI infrastructure that currently only major corporations can afford.

Cloud Computing ProvidersAI Software DevelopmentAcademic Research Institutions

Last action: Mar 26, 2025

IndianaIntroduced
Medium Risk

HB 1620

Indiana Representative King introduced HB 1620, requiring healthcare providers to tell patients when they use AI in medical decisions. If a doctor, hospital, or insurance company uses AI to diagnose you, recommend treatment, or decide coverage, they must disclose this to patients in writing.

Healthcare ProvidersHealth InsuranceDigital Health Technology

Last action: Jan 21, 2025

FederalIn Committee
Medium Risk

HR 334

Rep. Rick Allen (R-GA) introduced this bill to amend the Communications Act of 1934, requiring the FCC to set technical and procedural standards for AI-generated voice systems used in phone calls. It targets the growing problem of AI voice clones and synthetic robocalls by mandating disclosure and authentication rules for generative AI voices.

TelecommunicationsCall Centers and BPOVoice AI and Generative AI Vendors

Last action: Jan 13, 2025

IndianaIn Committee
Low Risk

HB 1296

Indiana HB 1296 would require state agencies to create inventories of all AI systems they use and develop policies for responsible AI deployment. The bill mandates transparency about how government uses AI but doesn't directly regulate private businesses.

Government Technology ContractorsEnterprise AI SoftwareCloud Computing Services

Last action: Jan 13, 2025

IndianaIntroduced
High Risk

SB 150

Indiana's SB 150, now signed into law, requires companies using AI in high-stakes decisions (like hiring, lending, or healthcare) to conduct regular bias audits and provide clear explanations when AI affects people's lives. The law creates new compliance requirements for businesses using AI tools, with penalties for companies that don't properly test their systems or notify customers about AI use.

HR TechFinancial ServicesHealthcare AI

Last action: Mar 13, 2024

IndianaIntroduced
High Risk

SB 468

Indiana has updated its commercial code to address AI and other automated systems in business transactions. The bill, signed into law, creates new rules for when AI systems can form contracts and make business decisions, and clarifies liability when AI systems malfunction or make errors.

E-commerce and RetailFinancial ServicesB2B Software Platforms

Last action: May 4, 2023

IndianaIntroduced
High Risk

SB 452

Indiana just passed SB 452 to regulate how banks and lenders use AI in credit decisions. The law requires financial institutions to explain AI-driven loan denials and conduct regular fairness audits of their automated credit scoring systems.

BankingCredit UnionsMortgage Lending

Last action: May 4, 2023

IndianaIntroduced
High Risk

SB 5

Indiana's SB 5 creates comprehensive consumer data privacy rules similar to California's CCPA and Europe's GDPR. The law gives Indiana residents rights to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of their personal data, while requiring businesses that collect data from Indiana residents to implement specific privacy practices and safeguards.

RetailE-commerceDigital Marketing

Last action: May 1, 2023

IndianaIn Committee
High Risk

HB 1563

Indiana HB 1563 would regulate how businesses and government agencies can use facial recognition software. Representative sponsors are pushing this bill through the Roads and Transportation Committee (an unusual committee assignment that may signal focus on transportation-related uses). The bill would likely create new restrictions and requirements for any organization using facial recognition technology in Indiana.

RetailTransportation and LogisticsHR Tech

Last action: Jan 19, 2023

IndianaIn Committee
Medium Risk

HB 1554

HB 1554, introduced in Indiana, aims to protect consumer data privacy. The bill would likely create new requirements for businesses that collect and use personal data, similar to laws in other states like California and Virginia. Without the full bill text, specific requirements and scope remain unclear.

RetailHealthcareFinancial Services

Last action: Jan 19, 2023

IndianaPassed Chamber
High Risk

SB 358

Senator Freeman's SB 358 requires businesses to get explicit consent before using AI to analyze consumer data in Indiana. Companies would need to tell customers exactly how AI processes their information, let them opt out, and delete data on request. This brings GDPR-style data rights specifically to AI systems.

Retail and E-commerceDigital Marketing and AdTechHR Tech and Recruiting

Last action: Feb 17, 2022

IndianaIn Committee
High Risk

HB 1261

Indiana HB 1261 would create a comprehensive consumer data privacy law, giving residents rights to access, delete, and opt out of the sale of their personal data. The bill requires businesses that collect data on Indiana residents to provide privacy notices and honor consumer requests, similar to laws in California and other states.

RetailE-commerceDigital Marketing

Last action: Jan 10, 2022

IndianaIntroduced
High Risk

SB 179

Indiana Senate Bill 179 requires election officials to implement cybersecurity measures for voting systems and creates mandatory incident reporting. The bill, now signed into law, establishes specific security protocols that election technology vendors and local election boards must follow, including annual security assessments and real-time breach notifications.

Election TechnologyCybersecurity ServicesGovTech

Last action: Mar 21, 2020

IndianaIn Committee
Medium Risk

HB 1238

Indiana HB 1238 would require law enforcement agencies to get approval from local government bodies before buying or using surveillance technology like facial recognition, license plate readers, or predictive policing AI. Representative [sponsor not listed] introduced this bill that would force police departments to publicly disclose what surveillance tech they use and how they use it, giving communities a chance to weigh in before deployment.

Law Enforcement TechnologySecurity & SurveillanceFacial Recognition Software

Last action: Jan 7, 2020

IndianaIn Committee
High Risk

SB 576

Indiana's SB 576 would ban employers from using AI systems that scan faces or voices during hiring unless they tell candidates first and get written consent. The bill, currently in committee, creates new rules for any company using AI-powered video interviews or voice analysis tools to screen job applicants.

HR TechRetailHealthcare

Last action: Jan 14, 2019

IndianaIntroduced
High Risk

HB 1540

Indiana HB 1540 creates new rules for healthcare professionals using AI to make medical decisions. The bill requires doctors, nurses, and other licensed healthcare providers to disclose when they use AI tools for diagnosis or treatment recommendations, and makes them legally responsible for any AI-generated medical advice they provide to patients.

Healthcare ProvidersHealthcare AI/SoftwareMedical Malpractice Insurance

Last action: Apr 26, 2017

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