Technology: U.S. Tech PATH Act
This bill was recently introduced in the Senate and is currently being reviewed by the Committee on Foreign Relations. It is in the early stages of the lawmaking process and is considered active. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
The bill has bipartisan support and has cleared the committee stage, but it still needs to be scheduled for a full vote in both the Senate and the House.
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The bill creates a new Office of U.S. Technology Procurement at the State Department with a Director, Deputy Director, and staff, plus special authority to hire up to 10 employees outside normal competitive service rules at pay up to Executive Schedule level IV. It also directs overseas missions to add tech-focused personnel. This creates new federal jobs and hiring flexibility.
“the Secretary of State may— (1) appoint up to 10 employees to positions without regard to the provisions of subchapter 1 of chapter 33 of title 5, United States Code, regarding appointments in the competitive service”
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 510.
The bill is now on the schedule for the full chamber to consider. It's in line for debate and a vote.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Reported by Senator Risch with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. Without written report.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Committee on Foreign Relations. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.
The committee approved this bill and is sending it to the full chamber for a vote. This is a significant step — most bills never get this far.
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in Senate
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
The U.S. Tech PATH Act would create a new procurement pathway for foreign partners seeking American cyber and digital capabilities. It aims to bolster U.S. tech competitiveness and supports the administration's initiative to export a full American AI tech stack to global allies.
Introduced by Sens. Shaheen and Ricketts, the U.S. Tech PATH Act directs the State Department to establish a Technology Procurement Program. The bill authorizes $500 million over five years to help foreign nations purchase secure U.S. technology instead of cheaper, high-risk Chinese products.
The U.S. Tech PATH Act is highlighted as a key legislative component of the broader federal AI Action Plan. The bill seeks to ensure U.S. and allied tech supremacy by facilitating the export of American AI and critical infrastructure to partners while maintaining strict security vetting.
No votes or related bills recorded for this bill yet.
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
U.S. Tech PATH Act
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