As artificial intelligence reshapes the landscape of American infrastructure and mobility, the U.S. Department of Transportation is rethinking how people, policies, and technology intersect. From digital twin technologies to autonomous systems and advanced decision-support tools, AI is increasingly being embedded into the daily operations of transportation agencies — but what about having a human in the loop?

In this forward-looking session, transportation and AI leaders will explore how the Department is evaluating and implementing AI to improve safety, advance regulatory frameworks, and maintain global economic competitiveness. The discussion will also examine the challenges and opportunities in governing both autonomous and non-autonomous systems, as well as how data-driven strategies are informing critical infrastructure decisions.

Attendees will gain insights into how government is partnering with industry, integrating digital twin technologies, and ensuring that innovation remains grounded in public trust, safety, and national priorities.