On March 26, 2026 (local time), US Republican Senator Tom Cotton, alongside Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, co-sponsored the 'American Security Robotics Act.' This legislation seeks to prohibit US federal agencies from purchasing and utilizing humanoid robots and associated equipment manufactured in China, driven by apprehensions regarding data breaches and potential national security threats. The proposed bill encompasses a broad range of robots, including humanoid models, remote surveillance bots, and other pertinent devices. It strictly forbids the allocation of federal funds for projects involving such technology, although it does permit military and law enforcement entities to conduct research, provided they sever all data communication links. This initiative is widely regarded as the United States' most recent endeavor to impose restrictions on Chinese technological products while fostering the growth of its domestic robotics sector.