Us Congress
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- 2026-06-11 regulatory Members of Congress are introducing legislation to restrict data center construction and address community concerns. source
- 2026-06-08 regulatory AI leaders urged Congress to implement mandatory screening and recordkeeping for synthetic nucleic acids to prevent bioweapon creation. source
- 2026-06-06 regulatory AI leaders urged Congress to mandate screening for synthetic DNA sales due to bioweapon concerns. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI CEOs urged Congress to mandate screening for synthetic DNA sales due to AI's potential to facilitate bioweapon creation. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI CEOs from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Microsoft warned Congress about the risks of AI in bioweapon creation. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI company CEOs and experts urged Congress to implement mandatory screening for synthetic DNA and RNA sales to prevent bioweapon creation. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI CEOs and experts urged Congress to mandate screening and record-keeping for synthetic DNA and RNA sales due to bioweapon risks. source
- 2026-06-05 regulatory AI executives co-signed a letter urging Congress to implement safeguards for synthetic biology research. source
- 2026-06-04 regulatory AI leaders called on Congress to mandate screening of synthetic nucleic acid orders. source
- 2026-06-03 regulatory Congress passed a war powers resolution to limit U.S. military action against Iran, defying President Trump. source
- 2026-06-03 regulatory A bipartisan bill aimed at overhauling college sports was debated in the Senate Commerce Committee, with testimony from figures like Nick Saban. source
- 2026-05-19 regulatory A bipartisan bill was introduced in Congress proposing an annual registration fee for electric vehicles. source
- 2026-05-19 regulatory Congress is considering new regulations for prediction markets. source
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EFF Urges Congress to Protect Rights Amidst Government AI Adoption
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) testified before Congress, urging lawmakers to implement robust safeguards for constitutional rights alongside the adoption of AI technologies. EFF Senior Policy Analyst Dr. Matt…
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US Treasury Secretary bets on Trump economy to save Social Security
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent testified before Congress regarding the financial stability of Social Security and Medicare. He asserted that the administration's strategy relies on economic growth and reduced spending…
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AI CEOs Urge Congress to Screen Synthetic Nucleic Acid Orders
Prominent AI leaders, including Sam Altman of OpenAI, Dario Amodei of Anthropic, and Demis Hassabis of Google DeepMind, have signed an open letter to Congress. The letter urges lawmakers to implement mandatory screening…
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US Congress moves to regulate military AI use and ethics
The U.S. Congress is beginning to establish concrete frameworks for the regulation of artificial intelligence in military applications. The primary goal is to define the boundaries of AI's use in warfare and ensure adhe…
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Congress votes to limit US war powers against Iran, defying Trump
Republicans in Congress defied President Trump by joining Democrats to pass a resolution limiting U.S. military action against Iran. The House vote, 215-208, signals growing opposition to the ongoing conflict, which has…
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Saban urges Congress to regulate college sports amid reform bill debate
Former college football coach Nick Saban testified before Congress in support of a bipartisan bill aimed at reforming college athletics. The proposed legislation seeks to regulate athlete payments, limit transfers, and …
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Trump orders voluntary 30-day AI model cybersecurity review
Former President Trump has signed an executive order establishing a voluntary 30-day review period for new frontier AI models. This initiative, led by the Treasury Department, aims to assess cybersecurity risks before m…
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Congress to Debate Restrictions on Military AI Use
Lawmakers in the United States are planning to discuss new legislation aimed at regulating the military's use of artificial intelligence. The proposed restrictions are intended to address concerns about the ethical impl…
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Judge orders Trump's name removed from Kennedy Center
A U.S. judge has ordered the removal of former President Trump's name from the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. The ruling stated that only Congress has the authority to rename the iconic Washington venue. Additi…
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Frederica Wilson Retires from Congress After Long Career
Congresswoman Frederica Wilson, an 83-year-old Democrat from Florida, has confirmed her retirement from Congress. This decision follows earlier denials and comes after she missed several weeks of House votes due to eye …
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US Treasury prepares Trump $250 bill design amid anniversary push
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the department has prepared a design for a $250 bill featuring President Donald Trump. This preparation is in anticipation of potential legislation that would allow a livi…
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New US intel agency warns Congress of AI policy backlash
A new intelligence agency within Congress has issued a report warning of potential threats to lawmakers related to public opposition against artificial intelligence and data centers. However, the report itself acknowled…
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Congress extends hospital-at-home care initiative to 2030
The Acute Hospital Care at Home (AHCAH) initiative, initially launched in 2020, has been extended by Congress until September 2030. This program allows Medicare-certified hospitals to provide advanced inpatient care wit…
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AI industry spends $20M lobbying Congress, influencing job policy
The AI industry is heavily influencing US Congress through extensive lobbying efforts. One in four lobbyists in Washington D.C. now represent AI interests, spending $20 million this year alone. An additional $100 millio…
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Memorial Day's origins and evolution from solemn observance to summer kickoff
Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, honors fallen U.S. service members and unofficially marks the start of summer. Its origins trace back to the Civil War, with early observances in places like Waterloo, N…
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US spy agencies secure $9B for AI chips amid shortage fears
The Trump administration secretly approved a $9 billion request for advanced computer chips to bolster U.S. spy agencies' capabilities with artificial intelligence. This funding aims to address concerns about a chip sho…
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US Congress proposes $130 annual EV registration fee
A bipartisan bill introduced in Congress proposes an annual registration fee of $130 for electric vehicles. The stated aim of this fee is to ensure that EV owners contribute their fair share towards road maintenance and…
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Congress scrambles to regulate prediction markets amid insider trading fears
Congress is moving to regulate online prediction markets due to concerns over insider trading and the use of non-public information. Several bills have been introduced, including one that would prohibit the use of campa…
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OpenAI backs Kids Online Safety Act amid privacy group opposition
OpenAI has publicly endorsed the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), aligning with major tech companies like Apple, Microsoft, Snap, and X. This endorsement comes despite ongoing opposition from numerous civil rights and pri…
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Congress probes Canvas breach after Instructure pays ransom
Instructure, the company behind Canvas, has reportedly paid a ransom to cybercriminals who breached its systems. The breach exposed sensitive data, prompting an investigation by Congress. The exact nature of the data co…