Warner bill would create federally vetted list for secure, trustworthy AI agents - CyberScoop

The bill, reported by CyberScoop, aims to address concerns about the trustworthiness of AI agents that can act autonomously on behalf of users.

Providers that meet these standards would be placed on a publicly available list, intended to help consumers and businesses choose secure AI agents. The bill does not mandate use of the list but would provide a government-vetted reference.

Warner's office stated that the goal is to prevent AI agents from being exploited for fraud, disinformation, or other harmful uses, while fostering innovation and trust. The bill has not yet been formally introduced and may undergo revisions. It is part of a broader congressional push to regulate AI agents as their adoption grows rapidly.