Deterring American AI Model Theft Act of 2026
Bill Summary
Requires companies to disclose foreign ownership and prohibits the transfer of sensitive AI technology to certain foreign entities. Funds efforts to prevent the theft of American AI models by foreign governments and companies.
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- Apr 15, 2026
- Apr 22, 2026You Are Here
The committee will review the bill, debate amendments, and vote on whether to advance it to the full chamber.
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The full chamber debates the bill, may amend it, and votes on whether to pass it.
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If passed by the first chamber, the other chamber considers, may amend, and votes on the bill.
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If passed by both chambers, the bill goes to the President to sign into law or veto.
Why It Matters
This bill affects American AI companies and researchers, by requiring them to disclose foreign ownership and restricting the transfer of sensitive technology. It also impacts foreign governments and companies, by limiting their ability to acquire American AI technology.
Impact Areas
Support & Opposition
- Democratic1
- Republican11
Documents
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Cosponsors (16)
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Bill Details
- Military
- Tech
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