The Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA) and a coalition of organizations have sent a letter to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick emphasizing the critical role of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in maintaining U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence. The letter urges the Administration to preserve and strengthen NIST’s work in AI standards, voluntary frameworks, and public-private collaboration, warning that scaling back these initiatives could undermine U.S. innovation and global competitiveness.
As global competitors ramp up AI investments, the letter highlights the need for a strategic approach that aligns NIST’s expertise with security and economic priorities. The signatories stand ready to collaborate with the Department of Commerce to ensure the U.S. remains at the forefront of AI advancements.
