White House issues RFI for artificial intelligence policy strategy

The Trump administration is seeking public comment to inform the development of its plan to ensure U.S. artificial intelligence dominance, according to a Federal Register notice.

The Feb. 6 request for information seeks input on regulatory actions for inclusion in the development of an AI Action Plan, which would define priority policy actions “to enhance America’s position as an AI powerhouse” and protect private sector innovation from hindrance caused by “burdensome requirements,” the White House said in a statement.

The RFI, which closes March 15, comes less than a month after President Trump issued an Executive Order including direction to develop the AI Action Plan

“This AI Action Plan is the first step in securing and advancing American AI dominance, and we look forward to incorporating the public’s comments and innovative ideas,” Lynne Parker, principal deputy director at the Office of Science and Technology Policy, said in the White House statement.

AI policy topics for public comment and consideration include but are not limited to data centers, energy consumption and efficiency, open-source development, cybersecurity, national security and defense, procurement, international collaboration and export controls, according to the Federal Register notice.

“Respondents are encouraged to suggest concrete AI policy actions needed to address the topics raised,” the notice said.