President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology

What it means

This order establishes the President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) to advise on scientific and technological matters. The council will include up to 16 non-government experts who will provide guidance on emerging technologies like AI and quantum computing.

Expected impact

• Enhanced collaboration between government, industry, and academia on technological innovation
• Strategic guidance on developing emerging technologies with American values at their core
• Support for American technological leadership in global competition through expert advisory input
• Creating a formal channel for scientific expertise to inform policy decisions on economic and security matters