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Deterring American AI Model Theft Act of 2026 Introduced Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0 · Apr 22, 2026
In plain language Establishes measures to prevent foreign adversaries from extracting key technical features of closed-source, American-owned artificial intelligence models in order to protect national security.
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Legislative history 4 actions · newest first Apr 22, 2026 House Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0. Apr 22, 2026 House Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held Apr 15, 2026 House Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Apr 15, 2026 House Introduced in House
Progress Introduced Apr 15, 2026 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. Bill Huizenga (R) Prime sponsor
Rep. John Moolenaar (R), Rep. Michael Lawler (R), Rep. Eric Crawford (R), Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove (D), Rep. Darin LaHood (R), Rep. Ben Cline (R), Rep. Pat Harrigan (R), Rep. Michael McCaul (R), Rep. Barry Moore (R), Rep. Maria Salazar (R), Rep. John James (R), Rep. Max Miller (R)
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