White House Expands AI Use, Orders Agencies to Appoint Chief AI Officers and Develop Strategies
On April 7, 2025, the White House directed federal agencies to accelerate AI integration by appointing chief AI officers and developing new strategic frameworks, moving away from previous restrictive policies.
Published on April 8, 2025
On April 7, 2025, the White House announced a new directive requiring federal agencies to enhance their use of artificial intelligence. Agencies must now appoint chief AI officers and develop strategic frameworks for responsible AI implementation, a policy shift that rescinds previous Biden-era measures which emphasized stringent safeguards, transparency, and controlled acquisitions.
The Office of Management and Budget has instructed agencies to implement minimum-risk management practices for high-impact AI and to roll out generative AI policies within six months. This updated approach prioritizes innovation by streamlining AI acquisition processes, emphasizing American-made technology, enhancing interoperability, and protecting privacy, as exemplified by the Federal Aviation Administration’s use of machine learning to analyze aviation safety data.