According to Decrypt, House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer has signaled an inquiry into Delaware’s emerging plan to establish a regulatory framework for companies that operate primarily under artificial intelligence control. In communications referenced by Decrypt, Comer expressed concern that the proposal—referred to internally as the “AIC”—could limit or delay legal accountability mechanisms typically applied to business entities.
He specifically raised the possibility that AI-driven operations might reduce traditional liability exposure for firms governed under the plan. In a message obtained by Decrypt, Comer asked Delaware’s governor to provide relevant documents related to the draft framework no later than November 9. The request focuses on policy language, implementation guidelines, and any associated regulatory approvals.
Delaware has not publicly released final wording of the plan, though officials have discussed options for streamlining formation processes for entities whose core functions are directed by AI systems. The state’s approach aims to balance innovation support with appropriate oversight, according to prior statements from Delaware economic development officials. Comer’s inquiry seeks clarification on how liability determinations would be handled in cases involving decisions made autonomously by AI systems.
No timeline for responding to the request has been announced by Delaware authorities. The exchange reflects growing congressional interest in governance models for rapidly evolving AI-integrated business structures.
