The draft executive order on artificial intelligence (AI) that President Donald Trump opted not to sign proposed a voluntary framework allowing AI companies to share access to advanced models with the federal government up to 90 days before their public release. This initiative was intended to bolster cybersecurity for critical infrastructure. However, the decision to abandon the signing was influenced by concerns from industry leaders about potential regulatory burdens that could stifle innovation and give competitors like China an advantage. Reports indicate that top AI executives were unable to attend the signing, prompting Trump's decision to reconsider. The draft emphasized that the program would remain voluntary, explicitly stating that it would not authorize mandatory governmental licensing or permitting for AI development. The order also outlined measures for enhancing cybersecurity across federal systems and protecting against criminal use of AI. Despite the Trump administration's generally hands-off approach to AI regulation, a group of conservative leaders urged for more oversight, reflecting a division in opinions regarding the regulation of AI technologies.