Bills · HR 5288
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 5288International Affairs
AI Sovereignty Act
INTRO SEP 10· LAST ACTION SEP 10
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because artificial intelligence is seen as a critical technology that will shape future economies, military capabilities, and global power. If passed, it would create a clearer picture of who is developing crucial AI technologies, where they are doing it, and whether U.S. expertise and assets are benefiting rival nations. This information could then lead to new government policies designed to keep America at the forefront of AI innovation and protect national security interests.
Without this bill, the U.S. government would have less specific information about the global landscape of critical AI development and research, particularly regarding offshoring and foreign acquisition of U.S. intellectual property. This could mean a less coordinated national strategy to maintain technological leadership in AI, potentially increasing economic and national security risks if key AI capabilities migrate abroad without adequate understanding or response.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Commerce to identify where critical AI technology development and research are being sent overseas and by whom.
This helps the U.S. understand the extent of offshore AI development and potential risks.
PROVISION 02
Mandates an assessment of how offshore AI development impacts the U.S. economy, national security, allies, and adversaries.
This provides a crucial analysis of the real-world consequences of AI work moving abroad.
PROVISION 03
Directs the Commerce Secretary to recommend strategies to discourage offshore AI development and strengthen domestic AI capabilities.
This aims to develop actionable plans for the U.S. to maintain its lead in AI.
PROVISION 04
Requires initial and annual reports to Congress and public publication, ensuring transparency and ongoing monitoring of AI development trends.
This ensures policymakers and the public are regularly informed about the state of critical AI technologies.
PROVISION 05
Defines "critical artificial intelligence technologies" to include specific hardware, software, and data models for areas like national intelligence and defense.
This provides a clear scope for what AI technologies the government will be monitoring.
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2 EVENTSSEP 10
Introduced in House
SEP 10
Referred to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, and Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 5288
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedSep 10, 2025
Last actionSep 10, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · SCIENCE, SPACE, AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED SEP 10, 2025
House BillHR 5288International Affairs
AI Sovereignty Act
INTRODUCED SEP 10, 2025· LAST ACTION SEP 10, 2025
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READING
5 min
COSPONSORS
2
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