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US courts would study AI speech-to-text under bipartisan, bicameral bill

The bill would establish a 15-member task force to review the technology. It has the backing of the National Court Reporters Association.

2 days ago By Madison Alder

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Lawmakers aim to prevent sale of veterans’ data for AI, scams

As technology evolves, there is broad concern that vendors could use veterans’ personal information to power AI models and monetize the resulting product.

2 days ago By Billy Mitchell

US President Donald Trump (C) listens as US Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX)(3L) speaks flanked by US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick (3R) and Chair of the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology David Sachs (2R) during a signing ceremony on AI the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on December 11, 2025. (Photo by Alex WROBLEWSKI / AFP via Getty Images)

White House gives Congress its AI policy wishlist in new legislative framework

The framework is anchored in preempting state AI laws.

Mar 20, 2026 By Billy Mitchell

A general view outside the VA Medical Center on January 28, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images)

House bill pressures VA to get EHR back on track, or risk contract termination

Despite reservations from Congress, the VA has set plans to launch the EHR at 13 new sites in 2026. Senior leaders believe this time, things will be…

Mar 19, 2026 By Billy Mitchell

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ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot approved for use with Senate data

The approvals could open the door to more widespread use of the technology in the chamber.

Mar 12, 2026 By Madison Alder

The Daily Scoop Podcast

Federal agencies still falling short on tech accessibility requirements

And, Sen. Peters pushes for new probe of DOGE’s Social Security Administration data dives

Mar 12, 2026 By FedScoop Staff

Congress tees up spending package to extend TMF authorization through September

If the package passes, nearly $200 million in innovation investments will be unfrozen.

Jan 20, 2026 By Miranda Nazzaro

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IT professionals, advocates ‘frustrated’ after Congress fails to reauthorize TMF

The TMF's expiration underscores Congress's vital role in enabling the Technology Modernization Fund’s survival.

Dec 16, 2025 By Miranda Nazzaro

The Daily Scoop Podcast

House passes agency software-buying bill, waits on Senate again

Bipartisan Senate bill aims to create national network of cloud laboratories

Dec 16, 2025 By FedScoop Staff

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Legislative branch sees boost for modernization in government spending package

The package offers a glimpse into how Congress is approaching emerging technology in its own offices.

Dec 3, 2025 By Miranda Nazzaro