To establish an international strategy for AI research and development to improve outdated electrical grids, and for other purposes.

House Bill

H.R. 7697

119th Congress

To establish an international strategy for AI research and development to improve outdated electrical grids, and for other purposes.

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Introduced:Feb 25, 2026

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Summary

This bill would create an international strategy for artificial intelligence research and development focused on modernizing aging electrical power grids. The strategy would involve coordination with other countries to use AI technology to improve how electricity is distributed and managed.

Latest Action

Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Introduced2/25/2026

StatusReferred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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To establish an international strategy for AI research and development to improve outdated electrical grids, and for other purposes.

This bill would create an international strategy for artificial intelligence research and development focused on modernizing aging electrical power grids. The strategy would involve coordination with other countries to use AI technology to improve how electric

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This bill would create an international strategy for artificial intelligence research and development focused on modernizing aging electrical power grids. The strategy would involve coordination with other countries to use AI technology to improve how electricity is distributed and managed.

Bill Number: 7697
Introduced: 2/25/2026
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

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Title: To establish an international strategy for AI research and development to improve outdated electrical grids, and for other purposes.
Bill Number: 7697
Sponsor: No sponsor
Status: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
Introduced: 2/25/2026
Summary: This bill would create an international strategy for artificial intelligence research and development focused on modernizing aging electrical power grids. The strategy would involve coordination with other countries to use AI technology to improve how electricity is distributed and managed.

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Plain-English explanation of this bill

This bill would create an international strategy for artificial intelligence research and development focused on modernizing aging electrical power grids. The strategy would involve coordination with other countries to use AI technology to improve how electricity is distributed and managed.

Last updated: 2/28/2026

Key Points

Main provisions of the bill

The bill directs the creation of an international strategy for AI research and development specifically targeting electrical grid improvements.
It focuses on addressing outdated electrical infrastructure using artificial intelligence technology.
The strategy would involve collaboration with other countries on AI research related to power systems.
The bill has been referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs for consideration.

How This Impacts Americans

Potential effects on citizens and communities

This bill would primarily affect federal agencies involved in international cooperation, energy infrastructure, and technology research. It could eventually impact electricity consumers if the AI research leads to grid improvements that make power delivery more reliable or efficient. The international focus suggests this would involve diplomatic and research partnerships with other nations facing similar electrical grid challenges.

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Scope & Jurisdiction

Jurisdiction Level

federal

Congressional Session

119th Congress

Citation Reference

7697, 119th Congress (2026). "To establish an international strategy for AI research and development to improve outdated electrical grids, and for other purposes.". Source: Voter's Right Platform. https://votersright.org/bills/119-hr-7697

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