Trump and AI Companies Sign Voluntary Safety Accord at White House

On September 29, 2026, President Donald Trump and executives from major artificial intelligence companies signed a voluntary agreement at the White House to establish multiple layers of oversight for AI safety.

The accord introduces four oversight measures for participating companies: internal controls, internal oversight teams, independent external audits, and review committees formed by each company’s board of directors. These steps are designed to formalize safety review processes within the organizations involved.

According to the agreement, companies are expected to collaborate with external auditors to evaluate the effectiveness of their internal AI safety controls. The accord also requires that each company’s board create a committee responsible for reviewing reports from both internal and external audits.

The document states that participating companies will meet on a regular basis to develop safety standards and share best practices for AI systems. This approach aims to encourage ongoing dialogue and coordination among industry leaders regarding AI safety oversight.

What the numbers show

• The accord was signed on September 29, 2026.
• Four layers of oversight are included: internal controls, internal oversight teams, external audits, and board-level review.
• No enforcement mechanism, disclosure requirement, or implementation deadline is specified in the accord.

President Trump described the voluntary agreement as “morally binding” and compared it to a constitution, according to statements made during the signing event. The White House hosted the signing, which included leaders from several major AI firms.

The agreement does not include any legal enforcement provisions, mandatory public disclosures, or specified timelines for implementation. Participation and compliance with the accord’s provisions are voluntary for the companies involved.

While the accord sets out a framework for oversight and regular meetings among companies, it does not mandate external reporting or establish penalties for non-compliance. The structure relies on internal and external assessments, as well as board-level oversight within each company.

According to the text of the accord, the companies involved have committed to ongoing collaboration and self-regulation, but the agreement does not create any binding legal obligations or regulatory requirements.

* This article is based on publicly available information at the time of writing.