Artificial Intelligence Physical Systems Coordination Act of 2026
Latest action (21 Jul 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
S. 5047, the "Artificial Intelligence Physical Systems Coordination Act of 2026," would direct the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to establish a working group focused on coordinating stakeholder input regarding safety and security risks arising from the combination of artificial intelligence, sensors, robotics/actuators, and simulation or digital-twin technologies. The working group would study how these combined technologies could create new or altered physical safety and security concerns, explore possible benchmarks or evaluation tools, and identify voluntary best practices. Its work would be nonregulatory, would not require disclosure of proprietary or classified information, and would not impose new obligations on private entities.
The bill affects NIST, which would organize and run the group, and a range of outside stakeholders—including AI developers and deployers, robotics and sensor manufacturers, academic and research experts, and civil society organizations—who could be appointed as members (12 to 20 total, serving up to two-year terms). The findings would primarily inform policymakers, researchers, and industry rather than create binding rules.
NIST would be required to publish an initial public report on the group's work and recommendations within 540 days of enactment, with optional updates every two years thereafter. The bill was introduced by Sen. Tim Sheehy on July 21, 2026, and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, where it awaits further action before any vote.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on July 21, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 5047 do?
- S. 5047, the "Artificial Intelligence Physical Systems Coordination Act of 2026," would direct the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to establish a working group focused on coordinating stakeholder input regarding safety and security risks arising from the combination of artificial intelligence, sensors, robotics/actuators, and simulation or digital-twin technologies. The working group would study how these combined technologies could create new or altered physical safety and security concerns, explore possible benchmarks or evaluation tools, and identify voluntary best practices. Its work would be nonregulatory, would not require disclosure of proprietary or classified information, and would not impose new obligations on private entities. The bill affects NIST, which would organize and run the group, and a range of outside stakeholders—including AI developers and deployers, robotics and sensor manufacturers, academic and research experts, and civil society organizations—who could be appointed as members (12 to 20 total, serving up to two-year terms). The findings would primarily inform policymakers, researchers, and industry rather than create binding rules. NIST would be required to publish an initial public report on the group's work and recommendations within 540 days of enactment, with optional updates every two years thereafter. The bill was introduced by Sen. Tim Sheehy on July 21, 2026, and referred to the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, where it awaits further action before any vote.
- Has S. 5047 become law?
- Not yet. As of 21 Jul 2026, S. 5047 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 5047?
- S. 5047 was sponsored by Sen. Tim Sheehy [R-MT] (Republican-MT), with 1 cosponsor.
- What's the latest action on S. 5047?
- Introduced (21 Jul 2026).
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