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GUARD Act Growing University AI Research for Defense Act Introduced Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services · Sep 18, 2025
In plain language Authorizes the Secretary of Defense to establish a National Security and Defense Artificial Intelligence Institute. The institute would support AI-related research tied to national defense priorities.
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Legislative history 2 actions · newest first Sep 18, 2025 House Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. Sep 18, 2025 House Introduced in House
Progress Introduced Sep 18, 2025 Filed in a chamber; hasn't passed it yet. Engrossed (not reached) Passed the chamber where it was introduced. Enrolled (not reached) Passed both chambers in the same form and sent to the governor or president. Enacted (not reached) Became law: signed, allowed to take effect without a signature, or passed over a veto.
Sponsors Rep. Ronny Jackson (R) Prime sponsor
Rep. Patrick Fallon (R), Rep. Michael McCaul (R), Rep. Troy Nehls (R), Rep. Roger Williams (R), Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D)
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