Changes to U.S. AI Policies

This year, we expect to see Congress and the Administration advance policies that will impact the technology sector—and users of technology. Emerging tech policies may have a range of goals, including supporting innovation, driving economic growth, and strengthening cybersecurity.

As a first foray into AI policymaking, President Trump rescinded a 2023 Biden Administration executive order on AI and subsequently issued his own AI executive order, which calls for the development of an AI action plan within 180 days. Coverage of these developments includes articles from the APReuters, and Nextgov/FCW.

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