House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology

STORMWATER Act

Automotive National and Economic Security Act of 2026

Self-Improving AI Monitoring Act

To amend the America COMPETES Reauthorization Act of 2010 to reauthorize the research experiences for undergraduates program at the National Science Foundation, and for other purposes.

Honoring the crew of the Artemis II mission for their historic lunar flyby.

GATE Act of 2026

Data Center Community Reinvestment Act of 2026

Wildfire Response and Readiness Act

Understanding AI in the Classroom Act

The National Science Foundation would be required to organize and complete workshops that help teachers learn how to effectively use artificial intelligence tools in their classrooms. These workshops would provide educators with practical training and resources to integrate AI technology into their teaching methods. The bill affects teachers, students, and schools across the country by supporting professional development in this emerging area of education.

Wildfire Research Coordination Act of 2026

This bill would coordinate wildfire research efforts across multiple federal agencies and departments to improve how the government studies and responds to wildfires. It affects scientists, firefighters, land management agencies, and communities vulnerable to wildfires by bringing together expertise from the military, natural resources, agriculture, and scientific research sectors to work on wildfire prevention and response strategies.

Green New Deal for Health Act

The proposal would direct the health care industry to reduce its environmental impact and prepare for climate-related health threats by setting sustainability standards, investing in green infrastructure at hospitals and clinics, and training health workers on climate resilience. It would affect hospitals, doctors' offices, pharmaceutical companies, and health care workers while aiming to lower pollution from medical facilities and help the health system better respond to climate-related emergencies like heat waves and disease outbreaks.

AI Threat Output and Monitoring Incident Containment Act

The federal government would create a new program to use artificial intelligence technology to help evaluate and improve nuclear weapons and security systems. This program, run through the Department of Energy's nuclear security division, would help scientists and engineers better understand nuclear threats and strengthen the nation's nuclear defenses. The initiative affects nuclear weapons laboratories, energy department employees, and national security operations.

FRONTIER Act

The federal government would establish new oversight rules for advanced artificial intelligence systems that are used in interstate commerce and international trade. Companies developing and deploying cutting-edge AI technology would need to follow federal guidelines and safety standards, with regulatory authority likely split between energy/commerce and science/technology committees. This would affect tech companies, AI developers, and potentially any business using advanced AI systems in their operations.

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027

National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 This bill sets forth policies and authorities for FY2027 for Department of Defense (DOD) programs, activities, and military construction as well as the national security programs of the Department of Energy (DOE). Among other elements, the bill authorizes the procurement of various items, including aircraft and ships; sets active duty and reserve component personnel strength levels; sets policy regarding various aspects of military health care and military compensation; sets policy regarding DOD acquisitions and acquisition management, including contracting authorities and the acquisition workforce; sets policy for various matters related to DOD interactions with foreign nations, including matters concerning Israel, Europe, and the Indo-Pacific; sets policy for various matters related to DOD cybersecurity and artificial intelligence; requires DOD to include projected demand for foreign military sales in certain contexts, including munitions production planning, sustainment planning for major defense acquisition programs, and decisions regarding production rate increases of defense articles; requires DOD to establish an expedited qualification process for new domestic and allied sources of certain strategic materials, including specified metals, alloys, oxides, and magnets; authorizes specified military construction projects and extends the authorization of certain projects from previous fiscal years; and authorizes the National Nuclear Security Administration, Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board, Naval Petroleum Reserves, and Maritime Administration. For additional information on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) see In Focus IF10516, Defense Primer: Navigating the NDAA , and In Focus IF10515, Defense Primer: The NDAA Process .

Expressing support for the designation of August 1 as "National Woman Astronomers Day".

The resolution would officially recognize August 1 as "National Woman Astronomers Day" to honor the contributions of women in astronomy and encourage more people to learn about their achievements. This designation would raise awareness about female astronomers throughout history and their important discoveries in space science. The recognition could inspire young women and girls to pursue careers in astronomy and related fields.

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2025

National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Reauthorization Act of 2025 This bill reauthorizes through FY2030 the activities of the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) under the National Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program (NEHRP). It also expands certain USGS activities under NEHRP relating to earthquake warnings and mapping and expands other NEHRP activities. NEHRP is a coordinated earthquake hazards reduction program administered by four federal agencies: the National Institute of Standards and Technology, USGS, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, and the National Science Foundation. Under NEHRP, USGS is responsible for monitoring and early warnings (including operating the Advanced National Seismic System, a nationwide network of seismic stations), hazard assessments and mapping, and research regarding earthquakes. The bill reauthorizes such USGS activities through FY2030. Additionally, the bill requires USGS to coordinate with the Federal Communications Commission to ensure alerts and early warnings are broadcast as rapidly as possible for maximum warning time, expand the early warning system to additional high-risk areas, issue forecasts for aftershocks following significant earthquakes, and include tsunamis and other hazards associated with earthquakes in seismic hazard maps. Also, NEHRP activities to develop building codes and standards must include recovery objectives addressing post-earthquake occupancy and functionality of infrastructure.

USA Act

The federal government would work to increase American involvement in developing international technical standards for artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, with the National Institute of Standards and Technology and State Department taking the lead in these efforts. This aims to ensure the United States has a stronger voice in shaping global rules and specifications for AI and similar technologies rather than letting other countries dominate these decisions. The change would affect technology companies, researchers, and government agencies involved in standards-setting and international negotiations.

Shared Values Act

I cannot provide an accurate summary because the bill's title and subjects provided do not contain sufficient information about what the legislation actually proposes to do. The referral to nearly every major congressional committee suggests this is a broad bill, but without access to the bill's text or specific policy proposals, I cannot explain its concrete effects or who it would affect.

Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act

Next-Generation Geothermal Research and Development Act This bill directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to support the development of next-generation geothermal systems, such as closed-loop geothermal systems in supercritical conditions. Specifically, the bill expands the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 to modify and establish geothermal energy programs, such as programs concerning research and development, grants, and data management. DOE must support a program of research, development, demonstration, and commercial application for next-generation geothermal systems. DOE may administer grants for carrying out certain focus areas of the program. DOE must also ensure that at least one Frontier Observatory for Research in Geothermal Energy (FORGE) field research site has the capabilities to include next-generation geothermal testing. Additionally, DOE must provide grants for (1) the continuation and expansion of research, development, demonstration, testing, and commercial application activities applicable to FORGE sites; and (2) the establishment of a next-generation geothermal systems center of excellence. DOE must also provide grants to accelerate the development, testing, and implementation of innovative technologies to improve the commercial-readiness of geothermal energy projects using next-generation geothermal systems. DOE must expand its repository of geothermal drilling information to include publicly available subsurface data, including data reported as part of fossil fuel and mining operations. DOE must also periodically update the repository to improve its functionality and usability. The bill authorizes the Department of the Interior to commission the drilling of supercritical geothermal exploration boreholes in certain areas to provide control points for deep heat mapping and geothermal development.

To amend the Research and Development, Competition, and Innovation Act to support nucleic acid screening, and for other purposes.

Nucleic Acid Standards for Biosecurity Act This bill explicitly requires the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to support the development of best practices and technical standards for nucleic acid synthesis. Nucleic acids, including deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA), carry genetic information within cells. Nucleic acid synthesis is the process of designing and creating custom nucleic acids; it is used in the development of medications and agricultural products. However, this technology also poses a risk of misuse (e.g., the intentional or unintentional creation of dangerous biological agents). The bill requires NIST to carry out measurement research to support the development and improvement of biosecurity best practices and technical standards related to nucleic acid synthesis. This effort must address specified topics including nucleic acid synthesis screening, operational security, and conformity assessment. (A 2023 executive order titled Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence directed NIST to develop and refine similar specifications and best practices for use by synthetic nucleic acid providers. NIST's work on this topic is ongoing.) In carrying out this effort, NIST must convene stakeholders to develop and periodically update consensus priorities and best practices for synthetic nucleic acid screening mechanisms. Within a specified period, NIST must submit a summary of the stakeholder group’s findings to Congress. NIST must also take steps to advance risk management best practices and technical standards for engineering biology and biomanufacturing, including with respect to risks associated with the use of artificial intelligence.