Representatives Larsen and Elfreth announced the inclusion of AI training provisions in the 2026 Defense Authorization Act.
Quiver AI Summary
New AI Legislation Announced: Representatives Rick Larsen and Sarah Elfreth have announced that their co-led legislation, the AI Training for National Security Act, will be included in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026. This act mandates the Department of Defense to address cybersecurity challenges posed by artificial intelligence in its annual training programs.
Impacts on National Security: Rep. Larsen emphasized the importance of the legislation for preparing armed forces against evolving threats, stating, “This legislation ensures that DoD meets this moment.” Rep. Elfreth added that maintaining education on AI is critical for national security leaders to effectively counter cyber threats.
Legislative Background: The AI Training for National Security Act follows previous provisions introduced by Larsen to enhance AI education in the military, including mandatory online courses and discussions of AI-related risks in training. The House of Representatives is expected to vote on the NDAA later today.
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Rick Larsen Fundraising
Rick Larsen recently disclosed $357.2K of fundraising in a Q3 FEC disclosure filed on October 15th, 2025. This was the 270th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year. 45.8% came from individual donors.
Larsen disclosed $256.6K of spending. This was the 208th most from all Q3 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Larsen disclosed $556.4K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 498th most from all Q3 reports we have seen this year.
You can see the disclosure here, or track Rick Larsen's fundraising on Quiver Quantitative.
Rick Larsen Net Worth
Quiver Quantitative estimates that Rick Larsen is worth $1.3M, as of December 10th, 2025. This is the 308th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Larsen has approximately $240.1K invested in publicly traded assets which Quiver is able to track live.
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Rick Larsen Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by Rick Larsen:
- H.R.6530: To require the Chief Information Officer of the Department of Defense to include training on artificial intelligence cybersecurity issues for members of the Armed Forces and civilian employees of the Department of Defense, and for other purposes.
- H.R.6451: To direct the Secretary of Transportation to establish a pilot program for grants to improve access to public transportation services for veterans, and for other purposes.
- H.R.6348: To amend title 49, United States Code, to provide assistance for cities hosting international sporting events taking place in the United States, and for other purposes.
- H.R.6148: Patients Over Paperwork Act of 2025
- H.R.4855: Veteran Families Health Services Act of 2025
- H.R.3773: PROTECT Act of 2025
You can track bills proposed by Rick Larsen on Quiver Quantitative's politician page for Larsen.
