North America — Cross-border Commerce & AI Policy Tracker
The US is the largest destination for Chinese companies going global, and the fastest-moving on policy: tariffs, federal and state AI regulation, and marketplace compliance change constantly. AltoSea tracks and translates updates daily.
Last updated 2026-07-02 · Source: AltoSea Intelligence
The United States Signs Technology Prosperity Deals with Japan and Korea
President Trump Launches the Genesis Mission to Accelerate AI for Scientific Discovery
The White House Hosts Third AI Education Task Force Meeting with Educators and Parents
Remarks by Director Michael Kratsios at the India AI Impact Summit
U.S. Promotes AI Adoption, Sovereignty, and Exports at India AI Impact Summit
President Donald J. Trump Unveils National AI Legislative Framework
President Trump Announces Appointments to President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology
Memorandum of Understanding Between The Government of the United States of America and the Government of Sweden Regarding the Technology Prosperity Deal
Promoting Advanced Artificial Intelligence Innovation and Security
Approval and Promulgation of Air Quality Implementation Plans; Wyoming; Regional Haze Federal Implementation Plan
The EPA is proposing revisions to the Wyoming Regional Haze Federal Implementation Plan, withdrawing and revising NOx BART requirements for the Dave Johnston Power Plant Unit 3 in response to PacifiCorp's withdrawal of consent for closure and new information.
Modernizing Federal Workforce Information Tools: Request for Information (RFI) on Online Career Tools and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) Program
The U.S. Department of Labor seeks public input to modernize CareerOneStop.org and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) program, aiming to strengthen the nation's workforce information infrastructure.
HHS Request for Comment on Chronic Disease of Addiction
HHS seeks public input on successful research, programs, and policies addressing addiction and mental health to advance the Great American Recovery initiative.
Statement of Organization, Functions, and Delegations of Authority
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has established the Office of Health Technology and Products (OHTP) to lead healthcare technology modernization and digital product transformation.
Prediction Markets; Public Interest Determinations
The CFTC proposes amendments to specify event contracts contrary to the public interest for prediction markets, including defining "gaming" and establishing determination factors.
Notice Announcing Centers Aligned With Areas of National Need Program Competition
The U.S. Department of Education, in coordination with the State Department's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, is soliciting applications for the FY 2026 Centers Aligned with Areas of National Need program.
General Services Acquisition Regulation; Acquisition of Information and Communication Technology; Notice of Listening Sessions and Request for Comments
The GSA is seeking public comment on a draft GSAR clause for basic data safeguarding in LLM AI systems, and will hold listening sessions to gather stakeholder feedback before further rulemaking.
Agency Information Collection Activities; Proposed Collection; Comment Request; Fraud.gov Federal Program Waste, Fraud, and Abuse Tip Intake and Referral System
The U.S. Treasury invites public comment on a proposed information collection for the Fraud.gov tip intake system, in accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act.
Agency Information Collection Activities: Comment Request
The USDA Economic Research Service proposes a new survey on precision and digital agriculture use in specialty crops and seeks public comment.
Self-Regulatory Organizations; NYSE Arca, Inc.; Notice of Filing and Immediate Effectiveness of Proposed Rule Changes To Amend Certain Representations Relating to United States Copper Index Fund
Public Notice: Design Challenge for National Memorial to Fallen Highway Workers in Work Zones
FHWA invites proposals for a national memorial honoring highway workers who died in work zones, emphasizing both design vision and feasible implementation, as a symbol of commitment to work zone safety.
Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 18, Notification of Proposed Production Activity; Super Micro Computer, Inc.; (High-Performance Computing Systems); San Jose, Fremont, and Milpitas, California
Naturalization Application Fee Adjustments
DHS proposes to adjust USCIS fees for naturalization forms, ending reduced-fee options and fee waivers for Forms N-400 and N-336, except for armed forces members, to align fees with adjudication costs.
Federal Acquisition Regulation: Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul Parts 3 and 49
The FAR Council proposes to revise FAR parts 3 and 49 as part of a broader overhaul to implement Executive Order 14275, eliminating excessive acquisition regulations to use taxpayer dollars more efficiently.
Ensuring Consistent and Rigorous Standards for the Senior Executive Service Candidate Development Programs
The OPM issued a final rule to amend SES Candidate Development Program regulations, implementing training and development requirements. SESCDPs identify and prepare high-potential employees for leadership roles in the Federal Government's SES.
Modernizing Security Requirements
The NRC proposes to revise its security and fitness-for-duty regulations to modernize requirements and enhance efficiency, consistent with Executive Order 14300, aiming to reduce regulatory burden while maintaining safety and security at licensed facilities.
Public Inquiry
The Commission acknowledges filing its explanation of the current methodology for estimating the value of the postal monopoly and the mailbox monopoly, invites public comment, and takes other administrative steps.
Request for Comment on Novel ETFs
The SEC requests public comment on ETFs investing in innovative asset classes or employing novel strategies, aiming to facilitate innovation while protecting investors and maintaining fair, orderly, and efficient markets.
Reducing Bureaucracy and Burden for Children, Youth, and Family Programs
This final rule removes duplicative and unnecessary sections from the Runaway and Homeless Youth Program regulations to streamline them and make them more accessible to the public.
Reforming the High-Cost Program for an All-IP Future, Connect America Fund: A National Broadband Plan for Our Future High-Cost Universal Support
The FCC adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to examine making its high-cost mechanisms more efficient, ensuring a predictable High-Cost Program to support Build America Agenda, bolster AI leadership, and accelerate transition to IP networks.
Notice Announcing Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education-Postsecondary Student Success Grants Program Competition
The Departments of Labor and Education announced a competitive grant opportunity for FY2026 under the FIPSE-PSSG Program (ALN 84.116M).
Standards Participation and Representation Kudos (SPARK) Pilot Program
The USPTO launched the SPARK Pilot Program to incentivize U.S. small and medium entities to participate in standards development, offering expedited examination of certain patent applications and PTAB appeals for those who meaningfully participate in a voluntary consensus-based SDO.
Request for Information: Shaping the Future of the Bureau of Transportation Statistics
The Bureau of Transportation Statistics seeks public input to evaluate its product portfolio, identify critical data gaps in national transportation, and improve user experience for all stakeholders.
Proposal Review Panel for Physics; Committee Renewal
The NSF is renewing the committee for the Proposal Review Panel for Physics.
NIST Artificial Intelligence Consortium
NIST is renaming AISIC as the NIST Artificial Intelligence Consortium, revising its research scope, and re-inviting organizations to submit letters of interest to collaborate on addressing challenges in AI development and deployment.
Proposal Review Panel for Information and Intelligent Systems; Committee Renewal
The NSF is renewing the committee for the Proposal Review Panel for Information and Intelligent Systems.
Proposal Review Panel for Materials Research; Committee Renewal
The NSF is renewing the committee for the Proposal Review Panel for Materials Research.
Proposal Review Panel for Mathematical Sciences; Committee Renewal
The NSF is renewing the committee for the Proposal Review Panel for Mathematical Sciences.
Proposal Review Panel for Computer and Network Systems; Committee Renewal
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is renewing the Proposal Review Panel for Computer and Network Systems committee.
Proposal Review Panel for Computing & Communication Foundations; Committee Renewal
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is renewing the Proposal Review Panel for Computing & Communication Foundations committee.
Proposal Review Panel for Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation; Committee Renewal
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is renewing the Proposal Review Panel for Civil, Mechanical, and Manufacturing Innovation committee.
Proposal Review Panel for Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems; Committee Renewal
The National Science Foundation (NSF) is renewing the Proposal Review Panel for Chemical, Bioengineering, Environmental, and Transport Systems committee.
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North America FAQ
Do I need a US entity to sell in the US?
Not strictly required, but strongly recommended for marketplace onboarding, local payments, tax compliance and liability isolation. LLC and C-Corp are the common choices.
What is the state of US AI regulation?
A mix of federal guidance and state legislation — states like California and Colorado have introduced AI-specific compliance requirements. Check against your target states; this page tracks changes.