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HR 8189 — US
HR 8189 is an AI governance agency report from US, currently introduced. The American Security Robotics Act of 2026 [1] was formally introduced in the House, identified by package BILLS-119hr8189ih [2]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-04-02.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Bill status
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency
- Chamber
- house
- Document type
- agency report
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in the legislative process.
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Enforcement risk score
Hypothetical or aspirational; no enforcement signal yet.
Intelligence briefs (1)
American Security Robotics Act of 2026 Introduced in House
The American Security Robotics Act of 2026 [1] was formally introduced in the House, identified by package BILLS-119hr8189ih [2].
This signals potential future federal AI governance scope in defense and national security sectors.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in the legislative process.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HR 8189?
- The American Security Robotics Act of 2026 [1] was introduced in the House of Representatives on April 2, 2026. This legislative package, identified as BILLS-119hr8189ih [2], signals potential future regulatory activity concerning robotics and security. Further details on its specific provisions are anticipated as the bill progresses. Primary source →
- Why does HR 8189 matter?
- This signals potential future federal AI governance scope in defense and national security sectors. Primary source →
- Who does HR 8189 affect?
- Organizations operating within the defense, national security, or critical infrastructure sectors are the primary focus. Deployers of autonomous systems and advanced robotics with AI capabilities, particularly those involved in security applications, may need to track this legislative development. Considerations include implications for AI risk management and broader AI governance frameworks. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HR 8189?
- No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in the legislative process. Primary source →
- What is the current status of HR 8189?
- As of the last published update, HR 8189 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "introduced". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HR 8189?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-119hr8189ih. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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