AI OVERWATCH Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (30 Apr 2026): Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
What this bill does
This bill, the AI OVERWATCH Act, would require a license for the export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain advanced integrated circuits, computer processors, and related products to designated countries of concern, including China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Russia. The Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security would oversee this licensing process. The bill also prohibits general licenses for such transfers and requires that any approved licenses be certified to Congress, detailing safeguards against the use of these technologies for military, intelligence, or cyber-enabled purposes by the recipient countries.
The act specifically targets "covered integrated circuits" and "restricted integrated circuits," which are defined by their technical specifications, such as processing performance and bandwidth. It also includes provisions for exemptions for "trusted United States persons" who meet certain security and ownership requirements. This legislation aims to prevent the proliferation of advanced technology that could enhance the capabilities of countries considered high-risk.
As of April 30, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Its next steps would involve committee review, potential amendments, and if passed by the committee, consideration by the full Senate. If it passes the Senate, it would then move to the House of Representatives for consideration.
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Timeline
30 Apr 2026
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs.
Common questions
- What does S. 4456 do?
- This bill, the AI OVERWATCH Act, would require a license for the export, reexport, or in-country transfer of certain advanced integrated circuits, computer processors, and related products to designated countries of concern, including China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, and Russia. The Under Secretary of Commerce for Industry and Security would oversee this licensing process. The bill also prohibits general licenses for such transfers and requires that any approved licenses be certified to Congress, detailing safeguards against the use of these technologies for military, intelligence, or cyber-enabled purposes by the recipient countries. The act specifically targets "covered integrated circuits" and "restricted integrated circuits," which are defined by their technical specifications, such as processing performance and bandwidth. It also includes provisions for exemptions for "trusted United States persons" who meet certain security and ownership requirements. This legislation aims to prevent the proliferation of advanced technology that could enhance the capabilities of countries considered high-risk. As of April 30, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the Senate and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Its next steps would involve committee review, potential amendments, and if passed by the committee, consideration by the full Senate. If it passes the Senate, it would then move to the House of Representatives for consideration.
- Has S. 4456 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for S. 4456. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored S. 4456?
- S. 4456 was sponsored by Sen. Banks, Jim [R-IN] (R-IN), with 10 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 4456?
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. (30 Apr 2026).
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