Full Committee Markup of 16 Bills

The House Committee on Energy and Commerce held a full committee markup on September 17, 2026, considering 16 bills primarily focused on technology, consumer protection, and national security. Key procurement-related discussions included legislation to streamline satellite licensing (HR 8255), address semiconductor supply chain security and equipment procurement restrictions (HR 6207), and promote quantum technology competitiveness (HR 10163). The committee also advanced bills related to broadband deployment coordination (Plan for Broadband Act), combating robocalls (Foreign Robocall Elimination Act), and regulating packaging claims to improve recycling standards (PAC Act and Recycled Materials Attribution Act). Several bills addressing AI technology adoption and safety were debated, including the Open Source AI Leadership Act and AI for Secure Networks Act, highlighting concerns about balancing innovation with safety and national security. Votes were taken on all bills, with most passing on bipartisan support. The committee emphasized protecting American businesses from foreign regulatory overreach and ensuring supply chain resilience, particularly in semiconductors and emerging technologies. The markup also included consumer protection measures such as the Nitrous Oxide Safety Act and the Main Event Ticketing Act to combat ticket bots. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing legislation to support American technological leadership, supply chain security, consumer protections, and infrastructure modernization.