Bill · H.R. 7334· House(119-HR-7334)
National Commission on Robotics Act
- Introduced
- 2/3/2026
- Last activity
- 2/3/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Foreign Affairs, and Education and Workforce, 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
- Jay Obernolte
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The National Commission on Robotics Act establishes the "Commission on American Leadership in Robotics." This independent commission is tasked with examining robotics as it relates to economic competitiveness, national security, and interstate and foreign commerce. The Commission will review advances in robotics and recommend actions to appropriate congressional committees. It includes 18 members appointed by various leadership figures and the President. The Commission must submit an interim report within one year and a final report within two years. The Commission will eventually terminate 18 months after submitting its final report.
Yes· 3 of 10
Is this likely to grow the economy?+4
The commission is tasked with identifying methods to advance robotics development to enhance US economic competitiveness.
Would business owners be better off under this?+4
The bill aims to bolster economic competitiveness and technological advantage in the industrial and commercial sectors.
Is this likely to create jobs?+3
The bill directs the commission to consider workforce incentives and programs to attract talent in robotics and STEM fields.
The opposite
Would union members be better off under this?-2
The focus on advancing robotics and automation in industrial and retail sectors may impact traditional labor roles.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Economic Competitiveness and National Security: The Commission is tasked with finding ways to advance the development of robotics to address the economic competitiveness and national security needs of the United States (Section 2(a), Section 2(e)(1)).
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Technological Advantage: The review aims to find ways for the United States to maintain a technological advantage, specifically in the industrial, retail, and commercial sectors (Section 2(e)(2)(B)).
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Strategic Partnerships: The Commission will look for ways to foster investments and partnerships between industry, the public, and academic institutions to help with manufacturing and economic competitiveness (Section 2(e)(2)(D)).
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Workforce Development: The Commission will consider workforce incentives and programs designed to attract and recruit talent in robotics and related STEM fields (Section 2(e)(2)(E)).
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Domestic Manufacturing: The review includes looking at the supply chain to find ways to increase the manufacturing of robotics within the United States (Section 2(e)(2)(F)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Reduced Commission Size: If certain officials fail to make their appointments by the 45-day deadline, the total number of members on the Commission will be reduced (Section 2(b)(3)).
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Loss of Expertise: If appointments are not made on time, the Commission may operate with fewer than the intended 18 members, potentially impacting the depth of its expertise (Section 2(b)(3)).
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 Economic Growth+4Increases Job Creation+3Improves Small Business Support+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+4Good For Students+3Good For Union Workers-2
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Trade+3Improves Veterans Benefits+1
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+1
- 2/3/2026
- Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Energy and Commerce, Foreign Affairs, and Education and Workforce, 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.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
One bill Congress.gov lists as related to this one — companions in the other chamber, earlier versions, and bills this one absorbed or was folded into.
Robert LattaRepublican · Ohio
Jennifer McClellanDemocrat · Virginia