SANDBOX Act

The SANDBOX Act (S 2750) creates a federal program allowing AI companies to apply for temporary waivers from certain regulations to test new AI products, services, or development methods without facing enforcement of those regulations during the testing period. Businesses must submit detailed applications demonstrating how their testing will benefit consumers while mitigating potential health, safety, economic, or unfair practice risks, with oversight from the Office of Science and Technology Policy and relevant federal agencies. The program requires ongoing consumer disclosures, regular reporting on risks and benefits, and agency review of applications before approval. This 12-year program aims to foster AI innovation and job creation while maintaining public safety protections, with annual congressional reporting on its implementation.