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Executive Order 14110 of October 30, 2023 Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence

Executive order State lawNorthern America · USin force

This executive order establishes a comprehensive, government-wide framework for the safe, secure, and trustworthy development and use of artificial intelligence in the United States. It sets new standards for AI safety, directs reporting requirements for powerful dual-use foundation models and computing clusters, protects privacy and civil rights, promotes innovation and competition, and supports workers. Additionally, it outlines responsibilities for various federal agencies to manage AI risks across critical infrastructure, healthcare, transportation, and national security.

Summary and content fields are drawn from the document text and are pending editorial review.

Who issued it

United States GovernmentGovernment · US
Lead issuer
Legal forceLegally binding
Under whose authorityState law
Judged fromfull text

Who it governs

National governmentRegulatorsPublic sector bodiesCompaniesAI developers and providersAI deployers and usersResearchers and academicsWorkers

Federal agencies, AI developers, critical infrastructure operators, and researchers who must comply with or navigate the United States' federal AI governance directives.

Sectors
Cross-sectorDefence and security · national security and cybersecurityHealthcare · healthcare and public health

What the document contains

What's covered

The document addresses federal agency responsibilities, developer reporting mandates for large training runs and clusters, safety evaluations for biological and cyber risks, federal procurement of AI, protection of civil rights against algorithmic bias, labor market impacts, privacy-enhancing technologies, and international collaboration standards.

What's missing

It does not create enforceable private rights of action for individuals against companies, nor does it establish a permanent independent federal regulatory agency specifically for AI oversight.

Key takeaways
  • Developers of powerful dual-use foundation models and large-scale computing clusters must report safety test results and ownership details to the federal government under the Defense Production Act.
  • The order establishes eight guiding principles for AI development, focusing on safety, security, responsible innovation, worker support, equity, consumer protection, and privacy.
  • Federal agencies are directed to develop standards, guidelines, and risk management frameworks for AI use in critical infrastructure and healthcare.
  • Measures are introduced to attract global AI talent through streamlined visa processes and to surge AI expertise within the federal workforce.
  • The order mandates actions to combat algorithmic discrimination and protect civil rights in areas like criminal justice, housing, and federal benefits.
Principles it states
Artificial Intelligence must be safe and secure.Promoting responsible innovation, competition, and collaboration.Supporting American workers.Advancing equity and civil rights.Protecting the interests and safety of consumers.Protecting Americans' privacy and civil liberties.Managing risks from the Federal Government's own use of AI.Leading global societal, economic, and technological progress.
Outline
· Section 1. Purpose
· Section 2. Policy and Principles
· Section 3. Definitions
· Section 4. Ensuring the Safety and Security of AI Technology
· Section 5. Promoting Innovation and Competition
· Section 6. Supporting Workers
· Section 7. Advancing Equity and Civil Rights
· Section 8. Protecting Consumers, Patients, Passengers, and Students
· Section 9. Protecting Privacy
· Section 10. Advancing Federal Government Use of AI
· Section 11. Strengthening American Leadership Abroad
· Section 12. Implementation
· Section 13. General Provisions
Issued30 October 2023
Length21,269 words · 36 pages
FormatNot recorded
Scopenational

How it scores

Pending review

Each score is backed by a quote verified against the document text. Editorial review has not yet confirmed them.

Accountability

4/5

Clear responsibility for AI outcomes

It is necessary to hold those developing and deploying AI accountable to standards that protect against unlawful discrimination and abuse

Section 2(d)

screening score · 2026-10-23

Fairness

4/5

Non-discrimination and equitable treatment

My Administration cannot—and will not—tolerate the use of AI to disadvantage those who are already too often denied equal opportunity and justice.

Section 2(d)

screening score · 2026-10-23

Human Dignity

2/5

Respect for the inherent worth of persons

At the same time, irresponsible use could exacerbate societal harms such as fraud, discrimination, bias, and disinformation; dis- place and disempower workers; stifle competition; and pose risks to national security.

Section 1

screening score · 2026-10-23

Privacy

4/5

Protection of personal data and private life

To combat this risk, the Federal Government will ensure that the collection, use, and retention of data is lawful, is secure, and mitigates privacy and confidentiality risks.

Section 2(f)

screening score · 2026-10-23

Transparency

4/5

Openness about how AI systems work and are used

Finally, my Administration will help develop effective labeling and content provenance mechanisms, so that Americans are able to determine when content is generated using AI and when it is not.

Section 2(a)

screening score · 2026-10-23

Enforcement

4/5

Consequences and compliance mechanisms with real force

the Secretary of Commerce shall require: (i) Companies developing or demonstrating an intent to develop potential dual-use foundation models to provide the Federal Government, on an ongoing basis, with information, reports, or records

Section 4.2(a)

screening score · 2026-10-23

Topics

ai_safety dual_use_models critical_infrastructure privacy_and_civil_rights federal_governance ai_talent