Congresswoman Matsui and Senator Luján introduced the Digital Opportunity Foundation Act to enhance nationwide digital access and literacy.
Quiver AI Summary
Congressional leaders introduce legislation: Congresswoman Doris Matsui and Senator Ben Ray Luján have introduced the Digital Opportunity Foundation Act of 2026, with Senator Edward Markey as a co-sponsor. This bill aims to launch a nonprofit foundation to enhance digital access and skills nationwide.
Goals and support: The legislation's objective is to bridge the digital divide by investing in broadband access, digital literacy, and community partnerships. Matsui emphasized that "access to the internet is not optional," highlighting the need for sustained investment in digital tools, while Luján noted that digital skills are vital for success.
Foundation's role and endorsements: The proposed foundation will support various programs and policies to promote digital inclusion, complementing existing efforts by the NTIA and FCC. The bill has garnered endorsement from multiple organizations, including the ACLU and the American Library Association, underscoring broad support for expanding digital opportunities.
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Doris O. Matsui Fundraising
Doris O. Matsui recently disclosed $597.3K of fundraising in a Q1 FEC disclosure filed on April 15th, 2026. This was the 177th most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year. 58.3% came from individual donors.
Matsui disclosed $332.7K of spending. This was the 276th most from all Q1 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Matsui disclosed $1.0M of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 409th most from all Q1 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Doris O. Matsui's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Doris O. Matsui Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Doris O. Matsui:
- H.R.8936: To establish the Foundation for Digital Opportunity, and for other purposes.
- H.R.8487: Ensuring Excellence in Mental Health Act
- H.R.8339: Drug Origin Transparency Act of 2026
- H.R.8143: Ensuring Access to Lower-Cost Medicines for Seniors Act of 2026.
- H.R.7332: Whale CHARTS Act of 2026
- H.R.6210: Senior Savings Protection Act
You can track bills proposed by Doris O. Matsui on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Matsui.
2026 California's 7th Congressional District Election
There has been approximately $3,097,694 of spending in California's 7th congressional district elections over the last two years, per our estimates.
Approximately $635,992 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
- NATIONAL NURSES UNITED FOR PATIENT PROTECTION ($300,000)
- WORKING FAMILIES PARTY PAC ($183,801)
- JUSTICE DEMOCRATS PAC ($150,000)
- COURAGE CALIFORNIA SUPER PAC ($2,180)
The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
You can track this election on our matchup page for the 2026 California's 7th congressional district election.
