The Trump administration has taken a significant step towards shaping the future of artificial intelligence in the United States by signing an executive order aimed at removing barriers to American leadership in AI. This move is part of a broader effort to "AI-ify" government operations and promote innovation.
The executive order, titled "Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence," seeks to develop an AI action plan within 180 days that would "sustain and enhance America's global AI dominance." The plan's primary goal is to ensure the United States remains at the forefront of AI innovation, promoting human flourishing, economic competitiveness, and national security.
The Trump administration's approach to AI policy focuses on minimizing regulatory barriers and promoting industry-led innovation. This shift eliminates the safeguards and regulatory frameworks established under the previous administration to ensure responsible AI development, signaling a move away from federal oversight in favor of industry-led innovation and voluntary compliance.
The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) and the National Science Foundation (NSF) have requested public input on the development of a national AI Action Plan. Stakeholders, including businesses, researchers, and industry groups, can provide comments on topics such as model development, cybersecurity, data privacy, regulation, national security, innovation, and international collaboration.
The deadline for submitting comments is March 15, 2025. The feedback will be used to inform future regulatory proposals and shape the conversation around AI policy in the United States. Organizations like OpenAI have already submitted their recommendations, focusing on regulatory strategies, export controls, copyright policies, infrastructure development, and government adoption of AI.
