Congressional Robotics Caucus
Members of the Congressional Robotics Caucus introduced the bipartisan legislation National Commission on Robotics Act.
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Congressional Robotics Caucus
Members of the Congressional Robotics Caucus introduced the bipartisan legislation National Commission on Robotics Act.
Rep. Jay Obernolte (CA-23), alongside Rep. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) and Rep. Bob Latta (OH-05), introduced the National Commission on Robotics Act, bipartisan legislation to establish a national commission tasked with evaluating the United States’ competitiveness in robotics and providing policy recommendations to strengthen American leadership in this critical technology sector.
The sponsors of the legislation said that the National Commission on Robotics Act would direct the Department of Commerce to establish an independent, temporary commission composed of 18 recognized experts in robotics and robotics applications. Commission members would be appointed by congressional leadership from both parties and by the President.
The Commission would examine domestic and international developments in robotics, workforce and talent challenges, supply chain risks, manufacturing competitiveness and the role of robotics in economic growth and national security.
“As robotics continue to reshape our economy, manufacturing base, and national security, it is essential that the United States remain the global leader in robotics innovation,” said Congressman Obernolte. “This legislation brings together experts from industry, academia and the public sector to help Congress develop smart, forward-looking policies that strengthen our workforce, secure our supply chains, and keep America competitive.”
The Commission would submit an interim report within one year of its establishment and a final report within two years, offering actionable recommendations to Congress, the Administration and relevant federal agencies.
“As our global community adapts to a constantly growing and evolving digital world, robotics will become more critically important to meet the demands of the 21st century,” said Congresswoman McClellan. “The National Commission on Robotics Act helps ensure that the U.S. remains competitive on the global stage and a leader in technological development and innovation. Only by better understanding the economic impacts of robotics can we continue to work on the cutting edge of research that drastically improves and enriches people’s lives.”
Since early 2025, conversations regarding a national robotics strategy for the U.S. have ramped up.
In March 2025, A3 pitched a national robotics strategy to Congress.
In June 2025, representatives Latta and Obernolte helped re-launch the Congressional Robotics Caucus along with Jim McGovern and Haley Stevens.
A3 again weighed in during October 2025, urging the Trump administration not to levy tariffs on robotics-related materials.
And in November 2025, Standard Bots CEO Evan Beard was one of four who testified in front of Congress to develop a national robotics strategy.
“The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) applauds the leadership of Rep. Jay Obernolte, Rep. Jennifer McClellan, and Rep. Bob Latta and welcomes their introduction of legislation to establish a national robotics strategy. The accelerated adoption of robotics, along with enabling technologies like artificial intelligence, machine vision and motion control, will strengthen every US industry in the future. Robotics and automation are essential to bringing more manufacturing back to the US while creating better, safer and higher-paying jobs for American workers.”
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