US lawmakers seek to undercut Chinese AI and tech sales abroad - Reuters

U.S. senators from both parties plan to introduce a bill aimed at countering Chinese sales of artificial intelligence tools abroad. The legislation would create a new office within the State Department to subsidize purchases of American technology by allied governments. According to the Reuters report published May 19, 2026, the bill represents a bipartisan effort to strengthen the U.S. position in the global AI market.

Specific details include the establishment of an 'American Technology for Allied Governments' office, which would provide financial support to allied nations to purchase U.S.-made AI systems. The bill's backers include senators from both parties, though the report does not name individual sponsors.

The proposed office would be part of the State Department's existing infrastructure, indicating a focus on diplomatic engagement rather than trade restrictions. The bill comes as the U.S. No timeline for the bill's introduction or expected passage was provided in the article.