Sectoral AI Governance Act of 2026

Sponsor: Sara Jacobs (Democratic-CA)June 3, 2026

AI-generated ?

Report an error

Introduced

In Committee

Passed One Chamber

Passed Both Chambers

Signed into Law

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addition to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Federal agencies could make rules to prevent AI systems from breaking laws

Currently, it's not always clear how existing federal laws apply to new artificial intelligence (AI) systems. This bill would give federal agencies clear power to make rules specifically for AI systems that might lead to breaking federal laws. These rules would help prevent harm and ensure AI systems are used responsibly.

What Would Change

Today, federal agencies face uncertainty in regulating AI systems that might violate federal laws, leading to varied approaches. If this bill passes, agencies would have clear authority to create specific rules for these AI systems. This would make it easier to prevent and address potential legal violations, with new requirements for public input and inter-agency coordination.

Key Provisions

Lets federal agencies create rules for AI systems that might lead to breaking federal laws.
Treats breaking these new AI rules as if you broke the original federal law, allowing agencies to take action.
Affirms that states can still regulate AI, unless their rules directly conflict with new federal rules.
Requires agencies to consider how new AI rules might affect government services and try to avoid disrupting them.
Requires agencies to ask for public comments before proposing new AI rules.
Requires agencies to consult with other government offices to avoid conflicting rules and get technical advice.

View on Congress.gov

HR 9125 · 119th Congress · June 3, 2026 · AI Summary by gemini-2.5-flash · 10/10

Sectoral AI Governance Act of 2026

What Would Change

Key Provisions

Lobbying Activity