Bills · HR 6909
INTRODUCED· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 6909Armed Forces and National Security
China AI Threat Assessment Act
INTRO DEC 18· LAST ACTION DEC 18
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because artificial intelligence is a rapidly advancing technology that is changing many aspects of the world, from global security to personal privacy. This bill aims to provide a clear and comprehensive understanding of how AI systems developed by China, a major global power, might pose risks to U.S. national security, democratic institutions, and individual freedoms.
If this bill becomes law, the U.S. government will gain a detailed, expert assessment to guide its strategies and policies concerning foreign AI. This means policymakers will have a stronger foundation of intelligence to counter potential threats. If it doesn't pass, policymakers might lack a unified, in-depth intelligence view of these specific threats, potentially leaving the U.S. less prepared to address sophisticated challenges posed by advanced foreign AI systems.
KEY PROVISIONS
4AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Director of National Intelligence to produce and submit a National Intelligence Estimate on artificial intelligence systems developed or deployed by entities in China.
This mandates a high-level, comprehensive assessment of a critical technological and national security issue by the intelligence community.
PROVISION 02
The estimate must evaluate embedded algorithmic bias, analyze training data and use cases, assess potential for foreign influence, and identify global proliferation risks of Chinese AI systems.
These specific requirements ensure a thorough and focused investigation into the most concerning aspects of Chinese AI for national security.
PROVISION 03
The Director of National Intelligence must coordinate with other relevant intelligence agencies, such as the National Security Agency and the Defense Intelligence Agency, when preparing the estimate.
This ensures a collaborative and multi-faceted perspective from across the intelligence community, drawing on diverse expertise.
PROVISION 04
The estimate must include recommendations for how the U.S. intelligence community and its allies should monitor, assess, and counter malign uses of Chinese AI technology.
This provision moves beyond just assessment to actionable strategies for addressing identified threats, providing practical guidance.
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BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 6909
Congress119th
StatusIntroduced
IntroducedDec 18, 2025
Last actionDec 18, 2025
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INTRODUCED· 119TH CONGRESS · INTELLIGENCE (PERMANENT SELECT) COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED DEC 18, 2025
House BillHR 6909Armed Forces and National Security
China AI Threat Assessment Act
INTRODUCED DEC 18, 2025· LAST ACTION DEC 18, 2025
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