Trending Now - White House Proposes National AI Regulation Framework to Congress

WHO:

President Donald Trump, Assistant to the President for Science and Technology Michael Kratsios, White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.

White House Office of Science and Technology Policy.

WHAT:

The White House released a national artificial intelligence legislative framework on March 20th, 2026.

The framework aims to prevent states from enacting their own AI regulations and to enforce a light-touch approach to AI regulation.

The framework includes six objectives for Congress to balance innovation with public trust.

The framework proposes a "Ratepayer Protection Pledge" to ensure tech companies cover costs associated with AI infrastructure, preventing higher electricity bills for consumers.

The framework calls for legislation to protect children from AI harms and to empower parents with tools to manage their children's digital presence.

The framework urges Congress to preempt state laws regulating AI development and to establish a consistent national standard.

WHERE:

The legislative framework was shared with congressional leadership in Washington, D.C.

WHEN:

The framework was unveiled on March 20th, 2026.

An executive order was signed by President Trump in December 2025 to develop the national framework for AI.

WHY:

The framework aims to maintain U.S. dominance in the AI space and prevent a patchwork of state regulations that could stifle innovation.

The administration believes that a consistent national policy is necessary to protect free speech and prevent censorship.

HOW:

The White House plans to work with Congress to turn the framework into legislation that can be signed by the President.

The framework includes provisions for protecting intellectual property rights while allowing AI training on real-world content.

(UPDATED March 20, 2026 17:21 UTC)

Today, the White House unveiled a national artificial intelligence legislative framework aimed at preventing states from creating their own AI regulations and promoting a consistent national standard. The framework outlines six key objectives for Congress, including a "Ratepayer Protection Pledge" to ensure tech companies cover costs related to AI infrastructure and legislation to protect children from AI-related harms. This initiative, shared with congressional leadership in Washington, D.C., follows an executive order signed by Trump in December 2025 and seeks to maintain U.S. leadership in the AI sector while balancing innovation with public trust.