Senator John Hickenlooper, alongside Senator Shelley Moore Capito, has introduced the bipartisan Validation and Evaluation for Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (VET AI) Act. This legislation directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to collaborate with various agencies and stakeholders to establish guidelines for the certification of third-party evaluators. The aim is to enhance independent external assurance and verification of AI systems. The act is part of a broader initiative to implement responsible development practices in artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need for accountability and public trust in AI technologies. Additionally, the 2024 GOP platform advocates for the repeal of President Biden's executive order on AI, promoting an AI development framework centered on free speech and human flourishing.