New federal AI research program would open advanced tools to universities and small businesses
In markupH.R. 2385Latest action
Sponsor: Jay Obernolte · Representative · CA
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Official title: CREATE AI Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: AI & technology
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HR 2385 would create a shared federal AI research platform run by NSF, opening computing power and data to researchers locked out by cost.
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What does this do?
HR 2385 would establish the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource, a federally run program providing researchers with access to computing power, datasets, software, and testing environments through a central online portal. The National Science Foundation would oversee the program, while a competitively selected private nonprofit would handle day-to-day operations. A free basic access tier would exist, with paid options available for users who need more resources.
Who does it affect?
The program would be open to researchers, educators, and students at U.S. universities, nonprofits, government agencies, and federally funded small businesses. People affiliated with countries designated as national security threats would be blocked from participating.
Why does it matter?
Currently, advanced AI research requires computing power and large datasets that mostly only large technology companies can afford, concentrating who shapes AI development. Expanding access to these tools could shift some of that influence toward a broader range of institutions and individuals.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedMar 26, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · Jun 25, 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.
Latest action: — Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 29 - 0.