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Full AI Stack Export Promotion Act (H.R. 6996)

Original title: Full AI Stack Export Promotion Act

January 9, 2026

artificial intelligence international trade national security technology policy semiconductors foreign policy

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Where This Stands

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Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute by the Yeas and Nays: 37 - 7.Apr 22, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

The bill mandates new federal programs and reporting requirements to prioritize the global adoption of U.S. AI technology, which could impact the export operations of American tech firms and influence international technology standards.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

U.S. Artificial Intelligence Companies

These firms may participate in new industry consortia and receive federal support to reduce barriers when exporting AI technology.

Department of Commerce

The agency is required to establish new programs, manage industry proposals, and submit multiple reports to Congress.

Department of State

The agency is required to develop a new diplomatic strategy and conduct a study on the global impact of AI deployment.

What changed

Current stage: in_committee.

What's next

Floor Vote.

Summary

This bill proposes a federal strategy to promote the global export of U.S.-made artificial intelligence systems, hardware, and standards. It directs the Departments of Commerce and State to create industry partnerships, reduce foreign trade barriers, and implement security measures to ensure U.S. technology is not accessed by foreign adversaries.

Key Facts

The Secretary of Commerce must establish a program for industry consortia to facilitate the export of the 'U.S. full AI stack' to allies.
The Secretary of State must establish a diplomatic strategy within 180 days to address foreign barriers to U.S. AI exports.
The Secretary of State, in coordination with the DNI and Commerce, must conduct a study on the impact of global AI deployment, due within 180 days.
The Secretary of Commerce must report on the development of security measures to prevent unauthorized foreign adversary access to U.S. AI technology within 180 days.
The bill defines the 'U.S. full AI stack' as AI models, cloud operators, data centers, and semiconductors designed or owned by U.S. firms.
The Secretary of Commerce must submit a report on the status of the industry consortia program within 180 days of its establishment.
The Secretary of State must submit a report on the results of the global AI deployment study within 180 days of enactment.
The Secretary of Commerce must submit a report on the implementation of security measures for AI exports within 180 days of enactment.
The bill authorizes the use of classified annexes for reports regarding security measures and global AI deployment studies.

Why It Matters

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'U.S. full AI stack'?

The bill defines it as AI models developed in the U.S., run by U.S. cloud operators, hosted in data centers owned or operated by U.S. firms, and functioning on U.S.-designed AI semiconductors.

What is the goal of the industry consortia program?

The program aims to identify and receive proposals from industry groups that meet U.S. security standards to help export U.S. AI technology to allies and partners.

How will the government address foreign barriers to U.S. AI exports?

The Secretary of State is directed to hold industry listening sessions, establish an industry hotline, and use diplomatic channels to advocate for U.S. AI standards.

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Focus on Full-Stack Sovereignty

The bill marks a shift from regulating individual AI components to promoting a 'full stack' approach, ensuring that every layer of AI infrastructure—from chips to cloud—is U.S.-controlled.

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Connected Entities

personMr. Fine“Member of the House of Representatives who introduced the bill”Map →

organizationSecretary of Commerce“Tasked with creating industry consortia and reporting on export programs”Map →

organizationSecretary of State“Tasked with diplomatic strategy and reducing foreign trade barriers”Map →

organizationDirector of National Intelligence“Consulted for the study on global AI deployment”Map →

organizationSecretary of Defense“Consulted on security measures for AI exports”Map →

organizationSecretary of Energy“Consulted on security measures for AI exports”Map →

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