The Association for Advancing Automation (A3) has unveiled a bold vision for a National Robotics Strategy aimed at keeping the U.S. competitive in the rapidly evolving global robotics space. Shared with Congress today, the strategy includes six major policy proposals, from creating a federal Robotics Office to expanding workforce training.

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“The United States is at a critical moment in shaping the future of automation,” said Jeff Burnstein, President of A3. “While AI is a major focus, we cannot afford to fall behind in robotics. Our vision for a national strategy provides a roadmap for strengthening U.S. competitiveness, innovation, and workforce readiness.”

The six key policy priorities A3 is urging Congress to act on are:

1. Establish a Central Robotics Office and a Robotics Commission – A new federal office would coordinate robotics policy. At the same time, a Commission of industry and academic leaders would help guide long-term strategy.
2. Implement Tax Incentives – Robotics investment would be encouraged through new tax credits and incentives.
3. Make the Government a Leading Adopter – Federal agencies would be urged to lead by example and integrate robotics into operations.
4. Expand Workforce Training – The plan calls for more investment in STEM education and upskilling for automation-driven careers.
5. Fund Research and Innovation – A3 wants to strengthen public-private partnerships to push forward robotics innovation.
6. Update Industry Standards – The strategy calls for modernized safety and performance standards for AI-powered robots.

“With recent advances, including the rapid integration of AI functionality, robots are becoming increasingly capable and essential in industries that will face worker shortages due to demographics,” said Brendan Schulman, Chair of the A3 Advocacy Committee and VP of Policy and Government Relations at Boston Dynamics. “It is urgent for government leaders to launch a national robotics strategy, and I commend A3 and members of our committee for the development of this comprehensive policy framework for global leadership.”