Bill directs agencies to help US firms export full AI technology stack
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Sponsor: Randy Fine · Representative · FL
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Official title: Full AI Stack Export Promotion Act
119th Congress
Topics: Security & foreign affairs
Introduced:
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The bill pushes federal agencies to promote US AI exports and counter reliance on rivals like China.
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What does this do?
The Full AI Stack Export Promotion Act directs Commerce to create a program for company groups to submit AI export plans, and directs State to remove foreign barriers to US AI exports, including a complaint hotline and diplomatic strategy. It also requires studies, public reports tracking US AI competitiveness abroad, and new security measures against illegal foreign access to exported technology.
Who does it affect?
AI, semiconductor, and cloud computing companies, plus the Departments of Commerce, State, Defense, and Energy gain new roles. Foreign governments, businesses buying US AI tech, and workers in related industries could also be affected.
Why does it matter?
The bill aims to ensure other countries rely on American AI technology rather than competitors like China, which supporters tie to economic and national security interests. It could shape US relations abroad and global competition over AI technology.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 9, 2026
- House committeeYou are here · Apr 22, 2026
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
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