Bill · S. 4686· Senate(119-S-4686)
National Commission on Robotics Act
- Introduced
- 6/4/2026
- Last activity
- 6/4/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- Sponsored by
- David McCormick
- Cosponsors
- - 1 - 2
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill creates a new group called the Commission on American Leadership in Robotics to look into how robotics affects our economy and national security. The group will have 18 members chosen by different congressional leaders and the President. They must study robotics, check supply chains, and look at workforce training. The commission has to give an interim report in one year and a final report in two years. Finally, the group will shut down 18 months after turning in its final report.
Yes· 3 of 10
Is this likely to create jobs?+3
The bill focuses on domestic supply chain resilience and manufacturing for robotics, which can create secure jobs for everyday workers.
Is this likely to grow the economy?+3
The commission examines robotics and economic competitiveness to boost the nation's market position.
Does this put more money into scientific research?+3
The bill focuses heavily on advancements, talent recruitment, and strategic investments in STEM fields related to robotics.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Section 2(e)(3)(E) focuses on workforce incentives and programs to attract leading talent in robotics and related science, technology, engineering, and math fields. This is positive because it could help train people for good-paying jobs and boost our economic competitiveness.
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Section 2(e)(3)(F) looks at the global and domestic supply chain for robotics and aims to find risks and increase domestic manufacturing. This is beneficial because making more robotics here at home can create secure jobs for everyday workers.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- The provided text does not contain any specific sections or provisions that outline 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.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2Good For Middle Class Households+2Good For Students+2Good For Young Adults+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Economic Growth+3Increases Job Creation+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2Improves Interstate Commerce+2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves International Trade+2
- 6/4/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
- 3 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in Senate
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