H.R.6461

READ AI Models Act Resources for Evaluating and Documenting AI Models

Introduced·12/4/25

Directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop a structured template and guidelines for documenting artificial intelligence.

The bill, known as the "Resources for Evaluating and Documenting AI Models" or "READ AI Models Act," mandates the National Institute of Standards and Technology to create a structured template and technical guidelines for documenting artificial intelligence models and their associated data. The template will include relevant metrics, benchmarks, and voluntary consensus-based technical standards. The Director is required to collaborate with various entities, including private sector organizations, institutions of higher education, and international standards organizations.

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History

Jun 25

House

Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

Jun 25

House

Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 35 - 0.

Dec 4, 2025

House

Introduced in House