The National Science Foundation’s (NSF) Networking and Information Technology Research and Development (NITRD) National Coordination Office (NCO), on behalf of the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), has issued a Request for Information (RFI) seeking public input on the development of an Artificial Intelligence (AI) Action Plan. They are formulating this plan in response to a Presidential Executive Order issued on January 23, 2025, to sustain and enhance America’s AI leadership.
Why This Matters
The AI Action Plan will define the priority policy actions of the United States ensuring continued innovation and competitiveness. The White House has emphasized the need for a balanced regulatory approach that fosters innovation without imposing excessive constraints on the private sector.
Who Can Participate?
OSTP and NITRD NCO are inviting responses from a wide range of stakeholders, including:
- Academia
- Industry groups
- Private sector organizations
- State, local, and tribal governments
- Other interested parties
Topics of Interest
The AI Action Plan seeks input on various policy topics essential to fostering innovation while ensuring responsible AI development and deployment. Key areas of interest include advancements in AI hardware and chip technology, improvements in data center infrastructure and energy efficiency, and the promotion of open-source initiatives in AI model development. Ensuring robust cybersecurity, data privacy protections, and AI system security is also a priority, along with establishing clear regulations, governance frameworks, and safety standards. AI’s role in national security and defense and setting research and development priorities is another critical focus. Additionally, the plan addresses the need for education and workforce development to support the growing AI industry while also considering policies related to intellectual property, innovation, and international collaboration, including export controls. These areas collectively aim to strengthen the United States’ leadership in AI while balancing technological progress with ethical and security considerations.
Background and Policy Context
The RFI follows the signing of Executive Order 14179: Removing Barriers to American Leadership in Artificial Intelligence on January 23, 2025. This order replaced the Biden Administration’s Executive Order 14110 from October 30, 2023. The new directive aligns with the Trump Administration’s broader strategy to promote AI as a driver of economic growth, national security, and technological leadership.
Next Steps
The feedback received through this RFI will be considered in developing the AI Action Plan, helping shape policies that support AI advancement while addressing key challenges and risks.
For more information on submission guidelines and how to submit a comment, review the official RFI document.
