S 4456
Ai overwatch act
Jurisdiction
US Congress
Session
119th Congress (2025-2026)
Last updated at
Jun 14, 2026, 7:35 AM
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Bill overview
The AI Overwatch Act aims to strengthen U.S. export controls on certain integrated circuits to prevent their potential misuse by countries of concern, particularly China. It requires a license for exporting these circuits and establishes a list of ‘countries of concern’ and ‘covered integrated circuits’ based on processing performance. The bill also mandates a strategy outlining the U.S. approach to the artificial intelligence race and establishes a process for certifying license applications to Congress, ensuring transparency and accountability. Finally, it creates a system for designating ‘trusted United States persons’ to facilitate certain exports while mitigating risks.
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