Deterring American AI Model Theft Act of 2026
Sponsored by Bill Huizenga RRepublican, introduced . Policy area, as Congress files it: International Affairs.
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Cosponsors
21 cosponsors.
| Member | Joined |
|---|---|
| John R. Moolenaar RRepublicanOriginal cosponsor | |
| Michael Lawler RRepublican | |
| Eric A. "Rick" Crawford RRepublican | |
| Sydney Kamlager-Dove DDemocrat | |
| Darin LaHood RRepublican | |
| Ben Cline RRepublican | |
| Pat Harrigan RRepublican | |
| Michael T. McCaul RRepublican | |
| Barry Moore RRepublican | |
| Maria Elvira Salazar RRepublican | |
| John James RRepublican | |
| Max L. Miller RRepublican | |
| Ryan Mackenzie RRepublican | |
| Josh Gottheimer DDemocrat | |
| Nicholas J. Begich III RRepublican | |
| Nathaniel Moran RRepublican | |
| Jennifer A. Kiggans RRepublican | |
| Charles J. "Chuck" Fleischmann RRepublican | |
| Brian K. Fitzpatrick RRepublican | |
| Sheri Biggs RRepublican | |
| Derrick Van Orden RRepublican |
Text
| Version | Date | Our copy |
|---|---|---|
| Introduced in House | Read our copyThe official file |
Actions
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 43 - 0.
- Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Introduced in House
- Introduced in House
Committees
- Foreign Affairs Committee (House)Markup By, April 22, 2026; Referred To, April 15, 2026
Hearings
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Who lobbied on this bill
Not checked yetNo lobbying report we hold names H.R. 8283.