Senators Coons, Britt, Schatz, and Lankford introduce bipartisan AI safety and transparency legislation

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Katie Britt (R-Ala.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) and James Lankford (R-Okla.) introduced the AI Systems Transparency Act (ASTA) which would require AI companies to be more transparent with the public about what data their models are collecting from users, the safeguards they’ve put in place for children and adults, and the guardrails they’ve created to stop systems from going rogue or being used dangerously by bad actors.

Under ASTA, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) would have the power to enforce these transparency requirements, while ensuring that companies can continue to grow and innovate.

“AI is rapidly evolving in ways that are radically reshaping our society and transforming our world and how we interact with each other, and Americans are rightfully concerned about what AI companies and their government are doing to protect against worst case scenarios,”said Senator Coons. “Companies must not be allowed to hand wave away these doubts without meaningful disclosures, safeguards, and oversight in place. Americans deserve to know what they are actually doing to place safety guardrails on large AI models, and that’s what this bipartisan bill will ensure.”

“Americans are understandably concerned with the rapid development of AI, and they deserve straight answers. We know that this technology is not slowing down, which is why it’s critical that AI companies provide transparency to both researchers and parents on how their systems work and address potential risks – especially risks related to America’s youth. I’m proud to join my colleagues in this effort to provide the American people visibility into how these systems are built, tested, and secured,” said Senator Britt.

“Recent reports of security incidents with AI models make transparency and oversight all the more urgent. Our bill requires disclosures that help both consumers and evaluators understand both the capabilities of and risks posed by these models and what companies are doing to keep people safe,” said Senator Schatz.

“Trust has to be earned, and right now families are being asked to trust AI companies with very little information,” said Senator Lankford. “The AI Systems Transparency Act gives parents and consumers the straightforward answers on how these AI models are built and how they interact with America’s children. Transparency on innovation earns the public’s trust.”

ASTA would apply to closed and open-source models. Additionally, It would:

Establish criteria for the size and scope of companies over which the FTC would gain jurisdiction
Require disclosure of information about structure and policies typically included on “model cards”
Require disclosure of preventative safeguards used for child safety, mental health, privacy, cybersecurity, disaster risk, and autonomous loss-of-control
Require disclosure of information relating to common violations of policies
Require companies to update all disclosures with each new model or substantial updates to an existing model
Require both a consumer-facing disclosure and a disclosure that can be of use to independent researchers and evaluators

“Americans are increasingly relying on AI in their everyday lives, but the public has no visibility into how those systems are built and tested. We cannot rely on the word of AI companies alone that their products are safe – there must be evidence to back that up,” said Brad Carson, president of Americans for Responsible Innovation. “This bill will shed light on the proactive safety measures and potential risks of AI models so users can decide for themselves whether these systems are trustworthy.”

“People deserve to know what AI companies are doing to keep them safe,” said Sunny Gandhi, co-executive director of Encode AI. “The AI Systems Transparency Act would require meaningful public disclosures about AI capabilities and safeguards, including whether developers have evaluated serious risks such as loss of control.”

ASTA has been endorsed by Americans for Responsible Innovation and Encode AI. It is a third in a trio of bipartisan bills Senator Coons has released this Congress that look to create more transparency into what tech companies are doing, their impacts on our nation and the world, and the potential risks they are creating. The other bills are the AI Whistleblower Protection Act, a bill he introduced with Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) to protect whistleblowers at AI companies who come forward with information about the risks of AI, and the Platform Accountability and Transparency Act, a bill he introduced with Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), that would ensure independent researchers and the public can better study the ways AI is proliferating on social media platforms.

The introduction of this bill builds upon letters that Sens. Schatz, Britt, Coons, and Lankford sent in December 2025 to OpenAI, Microsoft, Google, Anthropic, Meta, Luka, Character.AI, and xAI, calling on these companies to improve transparency around the capabilities of their models and the risks they pose to users.

A one pager on the bill is available here.

Read the full text of the bill here.

Ranking Member Coons statement on Senate passage of defense spending bill

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, released the following statement after the SAC-D bill passed the U.S. Senate as part of a package of five appropriations bills:

“We are living through a dangerous moment. As our adversaries increasingly collaborate, we need more than ever to strengthen our ties with our allies. We recognize that in the Senate – and I’m glad there is a bipartisan consensus here that we owe it to Americans to keep them safe, and we owe it to the men and women of our armed forces to give them what they need to succeed in doing so.

“I’m grateful to Chairman McConnell for his partnership in passing this bipartisan bill that addresses the urgent challenges faced by our military and our nation. The bill invests in next-generation weapons and munitions to deter Russia and China. It strengthens ties with partners and allies like Ukraine, NATO members, the Philippines, Australia, and Taiwan. It reduces waste by cutting underperforming programs. It also supports the service members, civilians, and their families who sacrifice so much to keep us safe by raising their salaries, adding more funding for child care, and funding new medical research programs.

“I am glad the Senate has passed this bill, and I urge the House to pass it and the president to sign it as soon as possible, so our service members can stop worrying about their pay and equipment and remain focused on keeping us safe.”

Senator Coons secures nearly $70 million in new investment for Delaware as spending bills pass

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) today celebrated the Senate passage of five appropriations bills in which he obtained more than $68 million in investment for worthy projects in communities up and down Delaware. Senator Coons is a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense.

This evening, the Senate passed a package of appropriations bills that fund several areas of the federal government, including Defense; Financial Services and General Government; Transportation, Housing and Urban Development; State and Foreign Operations; and Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education. These bills reverse President Trump’s harmful spending cuts in medical research and restore critical education programs while putting up additional guardrails on the president’s attempts to divert federal funds for pet projects. The package also contains key provisions to lower the cost of prescription drugs, invest in affordable housing, and give service members at Dover Air Force Base and around the world a raise. Additionally, the spending package separates out funds for the Department of Homeland Security, ensuring Democrats can continue to push the White House and Republicans in Congress for needed reforms to ICE that will improve transparency and accountability, without holding funding for the rest of the government hostage.

On top of those provisions, the bill also includes significant funds for Delaware through congressionally directed spending programs, frequently called earmarks. These earmarks were delivered through an open, bipartisan, bicameral appropriations process and include more than $68 million in funding for 46 projects in Delaware.

“No matter what, Delaware always comes first for me, and I’m proud to have worked with communities up and down the First State to deliver tens of millions of dollars that will make an important impact in the lives of my constituents,” said Senator Coons. “As Delaware’s sole appropriator, I understand how these funds will help our state’s economy and add jobs, fund more affordable housing, bring down hospital wait times, and help those seeking mental health care. These projects come directly from Delawareans for Delawareans, because you know best what our state needs, and I know I work for you.”

Key Delaware investments in the appropriations bills include:

Almost $26 million for affordable housing construction and renovation up and down our state
More than $5 million for construction at Beebe and Christiana Hospitals to expand services and improve emergency department wait times
$8 million for a new education center to support the downtown Wilmington community and the Wilmington Police Athletic League’s education resource center
$3 million to make long-overdue, critical upgrades to the J. Caleb Boggs Federal Building in Wilmington
$2 million for upgrades to the Port of Wilmington to grow our state’s economy

A complete list of funded projects can be found HERE.

Senator Coons statement on vote to pass appropriations package

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.), a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, released the following statement in response to the Senate’s passage of five full-year appropriations bills and a short-term continuing resolution:

“I’m glad that Senate Democrats were successfully able to forge a deal that separates out full-year funding for the Department of Homeland Security so we can move forward on five critical bills that will bring much needed relief to Americans across the country. These appropriations bills – including my defense bill – are the result of months of bipartisan negotiations and include incredible victories. They reject the president’s proposals to cut medical research and restore critical education programs. They protect funding for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institutes of Health, invest in affordable housing and access to affordable health care, give our warfighters a raise, and fully fund our international commitments, stopping President Trump’s dangerous and ill-conceived efforts to pull away from NATO and other international organizations. They also include $70 million in investments for projects up and down Delaware.

“The continuing resolution for the Department of Homeland Security is not the end of our work to stop the abusive and violent actions of ICE and CBP agents over the last year; it is the beginning. Because of the immense pressure those in Minnesota and across the country have brought to bear, Republicans and the White House will have to negotiate on commonsense reforms to rein in unaccountable and out-of-control ICE agents. I will spend the next two weeks pushing my colleagues in Congress to enact meaningful reforms that put strong guardrails around DHS and its agents and bring them in line with what we expect from every other law enforcement agency in the country. This is the first step towards more accountable, transparent immigration enforcement and a safer nation.”

Senators Coons, Ricketts introduce bipartisan bill to boost bio-manufacturing and expand markets for renewable chemicals

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.) introduced the Renewable Chemicals Act. The bipartisan legislation would provide a targeted, short-term tax credit for qualifying renewable chemicals or an investment tax credit for renewable chemical production facilities. Renewable chemicals are produced from biomass such as corn and soybeans. This would incentivize the development of additional markets for Delaware farmers and create more jobs in the First State’s thriving chemistry industry.

“Delaware has always been a leader in innovation, especially in chemistry,” said Senator Coons. “I’m excited to introduce this bipartisan bill that will support innovators as they make chemical manufacturing better for people and the planet, while helping our state’s economy thrive.”

“Nebraska is the global leader in value-added agriculture,” said Senator Ricketts.“This bill opens new markets for Nebraska ag. It will bring more ag-driven manufacturing to Nebraska. Bio-based products are common sense. They’re a win for consumers, the environment, and our farmers and ranchers. We aren’t just growing food in Nebraska. We are growing the raw materials for America’s future.”

Key provisions of the Renewable Chemicals Act include:

Production Tax Credit: A tax credit equal to 15% of the sales price per pound of renewable chemicals produced from biomass
Investment Tax Credit: A 30% tax credit for investments in new renewable chemical production facilities
Biobased Standards: Eligible chemicals must be at least 95% biobased content and utilize the USDA Certified Biobased Product label

“AFCC and its member companies thank Senators Coons and Ricketts for sponsoring the bipartisan bill for renewable chemicals, bioplastics, biopolymers and biomaterials which mitigate emissions, create jobs, promotes innovation, strengthens biomanufacturing, and shortens processing steps compared to incumbent technologies,” said Rina Singh, PhD., Executive Vice President of Public Policy at the Alternative Fuels & Chemicals Coalition. “If enacted, the new tax credit for the production of renewable chemicals will allow for a credit up to 15% of the sales price of each pound of renewable chemical or the producer has the option of taking a 30% investment tax credit. This new tax credit will encourage industrial biotechnology companies to make investments and deploy domestic feedstocks.”

“This bipartisan legislation strengthens U.S. manufacturing by supporting domestic renewable chemical production, driving innovation in sustainable chemistry, and bolstering quality jobs nationwide,” said Leticia Goncalves Lourenco, President of Health & Biosciences at International Flavors & Fragrances Inc. “By encouraging investment in advanced biobased technologies and reducing reliance on fossil-based resources, the Renewable Chemicals Act of 2025 fosters collaboration across the bioeconomy and catalyzes advanced manufacturing at home. At IFF, we look forward to continuing our work with customers, policymakers, and communities to accelerate bio-based innovation for the future.”

“Change Chemistry members span the full value chain and many sectors, and they are constantly seeking new sustainable chemistry alternatives at scale in response to growing market demands,” says Joel Tickner, Founder and Strategic Advisor of Change Chemistry. “The Renewable Chemicals Act directly incentivizes the production of renewable chemicals and formalizes a sustainable chemistry definition that can help accelerate the development and production of more sustainable chemical ingredients and formulations.”

Senators Coons, Cortez Masto introduce legislation to redirect excessive ICE funding to local police

WASHINGTON– U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced the PUBLIC SAFETY Act to redirect almost $75 billion in funding passed in the Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and send it instead to local law enforcement programs to help hire and train 200,000 local cops in communities across the U.S.

While federal law enforcement has an important role to play in targeting undocumented violent criminals and securing the border, the Trump administration’s immigration policies are not keeping Americans safe. Instead, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary, Kristi Noem, is putting thousands of unprepared and undertrained agents in our communities with unacceptable results. In the past year, ProPublica estimates that ICE has detained over 170 U.S. citizens. As of late November 2025, 73% of individuals held in ICE detention did not have a criminal conviction, and less than 5% had a violent criminal conviction. At the same time, ICE has lowered its training and hiring standards, putting undertrained and unvetted agents on the streets, straining already under-staffed police departments, and creating more distrust of local law enforcement.

“Well-trained and accountable law enforcement officers who know their communities are how we keep our cities and towns safe. Flooding our streets with poorly trained and unaccountable ICE and Border Patrol agents while cutting police budgets across the country has done the opposite and American citizens are increasingly endangered,” said Senator Coons. “This bill gives our local law enforcement what they need to keep us safe – because our communities know best what they need – while still making sure DHS can fulfill its legally assigned role.”

“The Trump administration’s actions are not making our communities any safer, in fact they’re doing just the opposite,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “Instead of giving ICE 75 billion extra dollars to hire untrained ICE agents to patrol American communities, let’s invest that money where it will actually help – in hiring local police officers who are trained to fight crime in a way that earns community trust.”

The bill would prioritize effective law enforcement by investing in local police officers who undergo thorough training and have real ties to the communities they serve. The Providing Useful Budgets for Localities to Invest in Cops by Substituting Appropriations from Federal Enforcement To Yield Results (PUBLIC SAFETY) Act would:

Reallocate $29.85 billion in OBBBA funds for ICE’s enforcement and operations to the COPS Hiring Program for the hiring of over 200,000 local police officers nationwide
Waive the COPS Hiring Program’s matching contribution requirements for small jurisdictions
Reallocate $45 billion in OBBBA funds designated for unnecessary and harmful additions to ICE’s detention capacity to the Byrne JAG program, which provides funding to support training, crime victim assistance, and crime prevention

This bill would notrescind ICE’s regular appropriations. It would leave the agency with historically normal funding levels to conduct traditional immigration enforcement operations.

In addition to Senators Coons and Cortez Masto, the PUBLIC SAFETY Act is cosponsored by Senators Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.), John Hickenlooper (D-Colo.), Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), and Michael Bennet (D-Colo.).

A one-pager can be found here.

Ranking Member Coons, Leader Schumer, national security committees ranking members condemn Trump administration plan to run Venezuela

WASHINGTON – Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense Ranking Member Chris Coons (D-Del.), Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Senate Foreign Relations Committee Ranking Member Jeanne Shaheen (D-N.H.), Senate Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Senate Appropriations Committee Vice Chair Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chairman Mark Warner (D-Va.), Senate Banking Committee Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Senate Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), and Senate Appropriations Subcommittee Ranking Member on State and Foreign Operations (SFOPS) Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) issued the following statement after President Trump held a press conference about the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro:

“We strongly condemn President Trump’s announced plans to occupy Venezuela. We have many urgent needs here at home and President Trump’s statement that ‘we are not afraid of boots on the ground’ begs for clarity on the risks he plans to take with the lives of American servicemembers. Having lied to Congress and misled the American people about his goals while spending months preparing to capture Maduro, the administration has to come clean with Congress and our nation about its real plans in Venezuela. The American people deserve answers about what vital interests are at stake and how this advances their security, neither of which this administration has provided.”

Senator Coons statement on Venezuela operation

WILMINGTON, Del. – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) issued the following statement after President Donald Trump announced that U.S. military and law enforcement personnel had launched an operation in Caracas and captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro:

“I am grateful that no Americans were killed in Caracas last night, and I pray that the Americans who were injured in last night’s military action make a full and swift recovery.

“Maduro is a murderous dictator aligned with our adversaries and an illegitimate and unpopular president. I will not mourn his removal from power. However, there is no reason to believe that Americans are more secure today than they were yesterday. President Trump put American service members in harm’s way to capture Maduro, but the president lacks a clear plan for what comes next – how we avoid further violence and instability, prevent more Venezuelans from migrating across the region and arriving at our borders, or curb Venezuelan participation in drug trafficking. This raid risks creating more instability in the region, putting U.S. service members and civilians in the hemisphere at risk, and dividing us further from our regional partners.

“This military action is the next stage in President Trump’s incoherent and arguably illegal Venezuela operation. In recent briefings to Congress, senior administration officials said they were focused on combatting drug trafficking, not regime change, and made clear they had no plan for what would happen if Maduro was removed or overthrown. This was clearly false, and furthermore, a military operation to capture and overthrow a president – even an illegitimate one – is an act of war that must be authorized by Congress. Not only has the Trump administration not sought congressional approval, they did not even notify members of either party in Congress until after the strike had concluded. Protecting democracy should not be done through illegal means.

“The Trump administration owes our country transparency and a clear strategy. The administration must promptly brief Congress on its plan to ensure stability in Venezuela and the region, its legal basis for this action, and its plans for any further use of military force. Our Constitution requires the administration to seek congressional approval, in the form of an Authorization for the Use of Military Force, before they take any further action to commit U.S. troops or take military strikes against Venezuela.”

Senator Coons is Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense.

Ranking Members Coons, Murray, Reed, Warner, Schatz, Warren statement on President Trump’s ultimatum to Ukraine

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), Ranking Member on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Senate Appropriations Committee Vice Chair, Jack Reed (D-R.I.), Ranking Member on the Senate Armed Services Committee, Mark Warner (D-Va.), Senate Intelligence Committee Vice Chairman, Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Ranking Member on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on State and Foreign Operations (SFOPS), and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking Committee, issued the following statement in response to a reported deal the Trump administration proposed to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine that would require heavy Ukrainian concessions:

“The United States is safer and stronger when democracies like Ukraine are free, stable, and strong enough to deter our adversaries. The deal President Trump is forcing on Ukraine calls on Ukraine and NATO allies to make major concessions or risk losing American support. It goes so far as to hand Russia substantial territory it has not been able to take on the battlefield thanks to the bravery of the Ukrainian forces. This deal will not create a just and lasting peace. It will leave Ukraine vulnerable, Europe unstable, and America weaker. It will not end the war in Eastern Europe. It will only give Russia time to rebuild and rearm before coming back for the rest of Ukraine and then setting its sights on NATO allies.

“President Trump needs to work with Republicans and Democrats in Congress alongside our partners in Ukraine and NATO allies to find a lasting solution that will make Americans and the world safer.

“We support the cause of peace in Ukraine. Ukraine must emerge as a free, sovereign state with the ability to defend itself and deter Russia, and President Putin must learn that aggression does not pay. Ukraine should not be forced into accepting this dangerous proposal, and Congress must make unmistakably clear that we stand firmly against it.

“Let us be clear: this is a war of Russian aggression, led by a dictator who has commanded his troops to commit war crimes, steal children from their families, and torture civilians. President Trump is rewarding President Putin for these crimes while cutting out the Ukrainians who have fought and died for the cause of democracy and our European allies who have stepped up to support them.

“Americans would also have to live with the ramifications of a bad deal: allies and partners who see us as untrustworthy and are less willing to come to our aid when we call for help. A weakened nation on the world stage. Adversaries who know they can simply wait for us to cave. A government in Washington that continues to abandon the principles of separate but equal branches of government.

“We will continue to stand with the people of Ukraine and for American safety and security.”

Senators Coons, McCormick introduce bill to boost U.S. AI leadership with energy-efficient liquid cooling technology

WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Dave McCormick (R-Pa.) today introduced the Liquid Cooling for AI Act. This legislation is designed to help ensure American AI infrastructure is the most efficient, resilient, secure, and advanced in the world. Liquid cooling technology can better accommodate advanced chips in AI infrastructure, like data centers, while better managing energy consumption and its strain on utilities. In addition to Senators Coons and McCormick, this legislation is cosponsored by U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Ted Budd (R-N.C.). Companion legislation is led in the U.S. House by Representatives Jay Obernolte (R-Calif.) and Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.).

The United States faces an unprecedented expansion in data center energy usage, primarily driven by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence processes and operations. A 2024 Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Energy Usage Report shows U.S. data centers consumed 4.4% of U.S. electricity in 2023 – up from 1.9% in 2018 – and could reach as high as 12.8% by 2028 due to rapid growth in AI and cloud computing. To put this in context, that demand would equal the combined electricity consumption of all U.S. residential lighting and household appliances.

As the U.S. works to maintain technological supremacy and ramp up AI innovation, we must adopt transformative approaches to reduce both energy consumption and infrastructure costs. The Liquid Cooling for AI Act works to address these challenges by:

Directing the Government Accountability Office (GAO) to assess the research and development (R&D) needs and conditions affecting liquid cooling utilization in data centers
Requiring the Department of Energy to evaluate GAO’s findings and submit a report to Congress with recommendations for liquid cooling and heat reuse R&D
Creating a liquid cooling advisory organization of industry experts to consult with federal agencies and establish government-wide best practices for liquid cooling in AI facilities

“Leading the world in AI innovation shouldn’t have to mean skyrocketing energy bills for American families or giving up ground in the fight against climate change,” said Senator Coons. “This bipartisan bill will encourage the development of new technologies that keep American businesses and our military ahead in the AI race, promoting innovation and growing our economy while keeping our nation secure and lowering costs.”

“As our nation pushes to win the global AI race, we must ensure we use the most advanced technologies available, and that includes innovative cooling systems capable of supporting advanced chips,” said Senator McCormick. “This legislation is a step towards easing pressure on utilities and customers, promoting energy efficiency in AI infrastructure, and leveraging market-driven technologies to boost U.S. computing capacity.”

“The United States must win the AI Race against China, but it cannot do so without access to abundant and affordable energy. Liquid cooling of IT equipment at data centers and other advancements can ease electrical grid strain and help lower costs for consumers,” said Senator Budd. “I am glad to work with Senators McCormick and Coons in this effort to boost energy efficiency so we can help unleash AI innovation across the country.”

“With the dramatic growth of AI and the accompanying increase in electricity demand from data centers, we must ensure we are using the most efficient cooling technologies and protecting consumers from price hikes. This bipartisan legislation will help advance liquid cooling systems — a critical and sustainable method of cooling that improves energy efficiency and thermal performance, while improving affordability for consumers,” said Senator Schiff.

The bill is endorsed by Chemours, American Chemistry Council, University of Delaware Office of Research, Accelsius, AI Supply Chain Alliance, SEMI Americas, 2CRSi, UNICOM Engineering, Alcatex, Cool Filtration, Grenzebach, Schneider Electric, Vertiv, and EneosUSA.

“The AI Supply Chain Alliance strongly supports the bipartisan Liquid Cooling for AI Act in the Senate. As AI workloads grow and chip densities outpace traditional cooling, liquid cooling is essential infrastructure for America to lead in AI. This bill takes a smart, no-cost approach by directing the Government Accountability Office and Department of Energy to establish the research, guidance, and best practices needed to scale efficient, reliable AI systems nationwide. We look forward to working with Sens. McCormick, Coons, Schiff, and Budd to strengthen the U.S. AI supply chain and ensure America can build, power, and cool the next generation of AI,” said AI Supply Chain Alliance (AI-SCA).

“As AI workloads grow and next-gen chips generate more heat, data centers need more efficient and effective cooling solutions that can keep pace. By dramatically reducing energy and water usage compared to traditional air cooling, liquid cooling delivers both performance and sustainability. This bill is a forward-thinking step toward modernizing critical infrastructure, and we’re proud to support with innovative products that keep America at the forefront of the global AI race,” said Denise Dignam, Chemours President and CEO.

“As data centers grow to power advanced AI systems, they place unprecedented strain on our electric grid and water resources. The Liquid Cooling for AI Act [or “this proposed legislation”] promotes a far more efficient heat transfer method than air, reducing energy consumption and water use while ensuring our digital infrastructure can meet future demands,” said Miguel Garcia-Diaz, Vice President of Research, Scholarship and Innovation, University of Delaware.

“Maintaining U.S. leadership in AI and advanced computing requires infrastructure that is both efficient and sustainable. By prioritizing liquid cooling, this legislation supports innovation, reduces environmental impact, and ensures the nation remains competitive in the global technology landscape,” said Rusty Cone, General Manager, UNICOM Engineering.

“Chemistry powers the innovations that drive American competitiveness,” said Chris Jahn, President and CEO, American Chemistry Council. “From advanced cooling technologies to the materials enabling artificial intelligence, the chemical industry is fueling breakthroughs across every facet of technology development. We thank Senators McCormick and Coons for introducing the Liquid Cooling for AI Act, which will help guide smart, science-based decisions to keep the U.S. at the forefront of the AI race and global manufacturing leadership. American success relies on American Chemistry,” said Chris Jahn, American Chemistry Council CEO.

“The need is urgent: Energy demand is rising sharply as more data centers and high-performance computing clusters expand to support AI-driven products and services. The Liquid Cooling for AI Act of 2025 would lay the groundwork for the development and adoption of liquid cooling technologies that are essential to maintaining the U.S. AI sector’s momentum and sustaining its growth in the long term. SEMI applauds Senator McCormick and Senator Coons for championing this critical legislation,” said Joe Stockunas, President, SEMI Americas.

“The acceleration of AI workloads presents an unprecedented opportunity for the United States to lead the world in efficient, resilient, and responsible data center innovation. Advanced liquid cooling technologies are essential to meeting the rising power density and sustainability demands of next-generation AI systems. We commend Senators Coons and McCormick for introducing the ‘Liquid Cooling for AI Act’, which sets an essential foundation for safeguarding U.S. technological leadership while promoting sustainable infrastructure. At 2CRSi, we are proud to support policies that drive innovation, reduce energy consumption, and enable the deployment of advanced AI computing at scale,” said Alain Wilmouth, CEO, 2CRSi.

“AI and data-center growth are inevitable, and the responsible path forward is understanding every sustainable option. This bill takes a pragmatic, technical look at liquid cooling by recognizing the differences between 1-phase and 2-phase systems, as well as the differences between direct-to-chip and immersion, so communities and operators can make informed decisions that support both climate goals and economic growth,” said Dr. Richard Bonner, CTO, Accelsius.

“Modine remains committed to Engineering a Cleaner Healthier World™ and part of our mission involves offering best-in-class thermal management solutions for data centers. We are excited to support the Liquid Cooling for AI Act, along with Chemours, to develop energy efficient and low-water usage two-phase immersion thermal management solutions for data center applications,” said Mark Johnson, Vice President, Innovation and Technology, Modine.

The text of the bill is available here.

A one-pager is available here.

A section-by-section is available here.

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