AI Kill Switch Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (24 Jul 2026): Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection.
What this bill does
The "AI Kill Switch Act" would require certain entities that develop or operate advanced artificial intelligence technology to maintain the capability to shut it down. This would involve establishing rules to define what constitutes "covered entities" and "covered technology," and what technical shutdown capabilities are needed. These capabilities would include stopping the technology's operation, terminating user access, and suspending access for specific users or patterns identified as risky. The bill also outlines an emergency authority for the Secretary of Homeland Security to order immediate shutdown actions if a "covered incident" occurs.
The bill specifically affects entities that operate advanced artificial intelligence systems, defined by significant development costs and a certain level of annual gross revenue derived from that technology. The Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through a Director, would be responsible for defining these entities and technologies, considering factors like potential national security implications and the impact on small businesses. Entities operating technology solely for personal, academic, or non-commercial use would be exempt.
This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security. It has not yet been passed by either chamber of Congress. If passed by the House, it would then proceed to the Senate for consideration, and subsequently to the President if approved by both houses.
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Timeline
24 Jul 2026
Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9917 do?
- The "AI Kill Switch Act" would require certain entities that develop or operate advanced artificial intelligence technology to maintain the capability to shut it down. This would involve establishing rules to define what constitutes "covered entities" and "covered technology," and what technical shutdown capabilities are needed. These capabilities would include stopping the technology's operation, terminating user access, and suspending access for specific users or patterns identified as risky. The bill also outlines an emergency authority for the Secretary of Homeland Security to order immediate shutdown actions if a "covered incident" occurs. The bill specifically affects entities that operate advanced artificial intelligence systems, defined by significant development costs and a certain level of annual gross revenue derived from that technology. The Secretary of Homeland Security, acting through a Director, would be responsible for defining these entities and technologies, considering factors like potential national security implications and the impact on small businesses. Entities operating technology solely for personal, academic, or non-commercial use would be exempt. This bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives and referred to the Committee on Homeland Security. It has not yet been passed by either chamber of Congress. If passed by the House, it would then proceed to the Senate for consideration, and subsequently to the President if approved by both houses.
- Has H.R. 9917 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9917. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9917?
- H.R. 9917 was sponsored by Rep. Lieu, Ted [D-CA-36] (D-CA), with 14 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9917?
- Referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection. (24 Jul 2026).
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