President Trump Promotes Export of American AI Technologies
Impact Score: 2.6
Timeline: N/A — No specified enforcement deadline for the American AI Exports Program.
Summary: On July 23, 2025, President Trump signed an Executive Order establishing the American AI Exports Program, directed by the Secretary of Commerce to promote full-stack U.S. AI technology exports to allies and partners. The initiative supports economic growth, national security, and global competitiveness by advancing American AI leadership and reducing reliance on adversarial technologies. Export packages must comply with controls and are eligible for support measures reviewed by the Economic Diplomacy Action Group. Vanderbilt University is positioned to adapt its AI research, partnerships, and funding strategies in alignment with this national effort.
Key Actions: Vanderbilt’s School of Engineering should collaborate with the Department of Commerce; engage Economic Diplomacy Action Group support; align AI development with export requirements; explore AI technology commercialization; and prioritize federally aligned AI research initiatives.
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