Bill · H.R. 5288· House(119-HR-5288)
AI Sovereignty Act
- Introduced
- 9/10/2025
- Last activity
- 9/10/2025 — 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.
- Sponsored by
- Eugene Vindman
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the AI Sovereignty Act. It directs the Secretary of Commerce to submit reports on strategies regarding the development of, and research relating to, critical artificial intelligence technologies. The initial report is due not later than 240 days after the date of the enactment of the Act. The Secretary must identify locations where AI research is being offshored and assess the implications on the national economy and national security. The bill also requires subsequent updated reports to be submitted annually if the strategies are determined to be outdated.
Yes· 3 of 9
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+5
The legislation assesses national security implications regarding critical AI technologies and foreign adversaries.
Does this make patent and copyright rules fairer?+4
The bill addresses the acquisition of domestic intellectual property by foreign entities and distressed asset sales.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+3
The bill evaluates impacts on allies and partners, fostering strategic technological coordination.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
- Section 2(a)(1)(C): This provision requires the identification and recommendation of strategies for strengthening domestic development of and research relating to critical artificial intelligence technologies, and disincentivizing offshore development. This might be considered positive because it aims to support domestic growth in critical technology sectors.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Section 2(a)(1)(A)(iv) and (v): This provision involves tracking the role of foreign nationals who receive education or work experience in the United States and subsequently work for foreign entities, as well as American public and private sector officials who work for foreign entities. This could be considered a burden or negative because it focuses heavily on surveillance and tracking of individual career choices and international movement.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+5Improves International Alliances+3
- Education And Technology
- Improves Intellectual Property Fairness+4Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3Increases Federal Power+3
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+3Increases Job Creation+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2
- 10/6/2025
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 9/10/2025
- 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.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania
James MoylanRepublican · Guam