Bill · H.R. 6461· House(119-HR-6461)
READ AI Models Act
- Introduced
- 12/4/2025
- Last activity
- 6/25/2026 — Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 35 - 0.
- Sponsored by
- Sarah McBride
- Cosponsors
- - 8 - 3
- Introduced
What this bill would do
This bill is known as the READ AI Models Act. It directs the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to start a pilot program. This program will create a structured template and technical guidelines for documenting artificial intelligence models and associated data. The template can be used by both the public and private sectors. The Director must also gather stakeholder input and publish drafts for public comment. Finally, a report and the final template must be submitted and published within 12 months.
Yes· 3 of 7
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+3
The bill provides consumers with more information regarding AI model developers, release dates, and terms of service.
Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+3
The bill requires public publication of templates and a report on the pilot program's effectiveness.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+2
Standardizing AI documentation may help foster trust and consistency in the technology market.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Under Section 2(a)(2)(A), the Director must produce a structured template to document information about artificial intelligence models, such as the model name, developer, release date, and supported languages. This is positive because it brings clear information and transparency to the public about how AI models are built and used.
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Under Section 2(a)(2)(B), the template must be modular so users can flexibly adopt sections for specific use cases and sector-specific needs. This is a positive benefit because it allows different industries to use the tool practically without being forced into a one-size-fits-all approach.
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Under Section 2(a)(3)(B), the Director must publish a draft in the Federal Register and give the public at least 60 days to submit comments. This is a positive provision because it holds officials accountable by letting everyday people have a direct say in shaping the guidelines.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Based on the provided text, there are no explicitly stated negative consequences or burdens for individuals or groups of people in the United States.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+3Improves Economic Growth+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Big Tech Regulation+2Improves Data Privacy+1Increases Scientific Research Funding+1
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Students+1
- 9/24/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 7/22/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 6/25/2026
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 35 - 0.
- 6/23/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 6/2/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 5/7/2026
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- 3/12/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 2/17/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 12/4/2025
- Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- Introduced in House
Jake AuchinclossDemocrat · Massachusetts
André CarsonDemocrat · Indiana
Angie CraigDemocrat · Minnesota
Jasmine CrockettDemocrat · Texas
Suzan DelBeneDemocrat · Washington
Josh GottheimerDemocrat · New Jersey
Thomas KeanRepublican · New Jersey
Michael LawlerRepublican · New York
Jay ObernolteRepublican · California
Hillary ScholtenDemocrat · Michigan
George WhitesidesDemocrat · California