Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Feb 2026): Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
What this bill does
H.R. 3679, the Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act, would require the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop or identify resources for small businesses to help them understand and use artificial intelligence (AI). These resources would need to be broadly applicable, technology-neutral, and based on international standards. They could include technical guidelines, best practices, and case studies of AI use.
The bill specifically directs NIST to coordinate with the Small Business Administration to distribute these resources. NIST would also be responsible for reviewing and updating them at least every two years to ensure they remain relevant. The use of these resources would be voluntary for small businesses.
This legislation has passed the House of Representatives and now moves to the Senate for consideration. If passed by the Senate, it would become law, and NIST would begin the process of developing and disseminating these AI resources for small businesses.
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Official summary
Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act
This bill directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop or identify resources for small businesses to address concerns relating to the use of artificial intelligence (AI). Resources must be generally applicable, technology neutral, and based on relevant voluntary international standards, among other requirements.
NIST must coordinate with the Small Business Administration with respect to the distribution of these resources. NIST must also review and update the resources at least biennially.
Timeline
24 Feb 2026
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 3679 do?
- H.R. 3679, the Small Business Artificial Intelligence Advancement Act, would require the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to develop or identify resources for small businesses to help them understand and use artificial intelligence (AI). These resources would need to be broadly applicable, technology-neutral, and based on international standards. They could include technical guidelines, best practices, and case studies of AI use. The bill specifically directs NIST to coordinate with the Small Business Administration to distribute these resources. NIST would also be responsible for reviewing and updating them at least every two years to ensure they remain relevant. The use of these resources would be voluntary for small businesses. This legislation has passed the House of Representatives and now moves to the Senate for consideration. If passed by the Senate, it would become law, and NIST would begin the process of developing and disseminating these AI resources for small businesses.
- Has H.R. 3679 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 3679. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 3679?
- H.R. 3679 was sponsored by Rep. Collins, Mike [R-GA-10] (R-GA), with 4 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 3679?
- Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (24 Feb 2026).
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