CapitolKey
Civic Ed, Made Personal
About
This app delivers personalized U.S. Congressional bills based on your state, grade, and interests. AI generates plain-language summaries to explain legislation and its potential impact on your daily life. It's designed for students to connect classroom learning with current events.
What's New in CapitolKey
1.1.0
April 8, 2026
• Smoother animations and a more polished feel throughout • Bills now load significantly faster • "Contact My Rep" takes you to your actual senators and representatives • Redesigned profile: pick multiple family situations, choose full-time or part-time work • Cleaner bill cards with evenly spaced action buttons • Fixes and performance improvements
MoreFAQ
What is CapitolKey?
CapitolKey is an educational app that makes U.S. legislation personal by providing AI-generated, plain-language summaries of Congressional bills tailored to your state, grade level, and interests.
How does CapitolKey personalize content?
CapitolKey asks for your state, grade level, and specific interests (like education or technology) to curate a feed of relevant Congressional bills. This ensures you see legislation that matters most to your world.
Is CapitolKey suitable for classroom use?
Yes, CapitolKey is designed for high school students learning civics and government. It helps connect classroom learning with real-time legislative activity in Congress, making the subject more accessible and relevant.
Does CapitolKey explain the impact of bills?
Absolutely. Each bill summary details what the bill does, what happens if it passes or fails, and why it matters to someone with your specific profile and interests, offering a clear view of potential daily life effects.
Can I save bills I'm interested in with CapitolKey?
Yes, CapitolKey allows you to bookmark bills you care about. This feature lets you build your own collection of legislation and easily track its progress over time.
Is CapitolKey biased?
CapitolKey is designed to be nonpartisan. Its AI is specifically programmed to present legislation factually, explaining impact without pushing political opinions, fostering informed decision-making.
What devices does CapitolKey support?
CapitolKey is available on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices, making it accessible to students across the Apple ecosystem.
How often is CapitolKey updated?
CapitolKey was last updated on April 8, 2026, with version 1.1.0. This indicates ongoing development and maintenance for the application.