Brian Waldrip

Government Relations Director

Brian has over twenty years of advocacy and government affairs experience. Previously, he worked as Legislative Director for a senior member of Congress and as Professional Staff for the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Outside of government service, he has advocated on issues pertaining to higher education, science & technology, transportation, and others.

FY 2025's NDAA Is a Valuable Yet Incomplete Accomplishment

Policy

Dec 23, 2024

FY 2025's NDAA Is a Valuable Yet Incomplete Accomplishment

CAIP commends Congress for its hard work and timely achievements, but much remains to be done in FY2026

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Preparedness: Key to Weathering Tech Disasters

Opinion

Oct 10, 2024

Preparedness: Key to Weathering Tech Disasters

Creating a plan, anticipating challenges, and executing a coordinated response saves lives and protects communities

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Ignoring AI Threats Doesn’t Make Them Go Away

Opinion

Sep 30, 2024

Ignoring AI Threats Doesn’t Make Them Go Away

The Senate Select Committee on Intelligence bipartisanly, publicly, and loudly implored the American people and the private sector to remain vigilant against election interference

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AI’s Lobbying Surge and Public Safety

Opinion

Sep 26, 2024

AI’s Lobbying Surge and Public Safety

OpenAI's lobbying has expanded, and it's crowding out dialogue on safety.

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Cybersecurity Is Critical to Preserve American Leadership in AI

Opinion

Aug 1, 2024

Cybersecurity Is Critical to Preserve American Leadership in AI

CAIP proposes that AI companies report their cybersecurity protocols against a set of key metrics

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CAIP Proposes 2024 AI Action Plan

Policy

Jul 24, 2024

CAIP Proposes 2024 AI Action Plan

Hopes to build concensus on cybersecurity standards, emergency preparedness, and whistleblower protections

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NATO Updates AI Strategy and Includes Emphasis on AI Safety

Opinion

Jul 16, 2024

NATO Updates AI Strategy and Includes Emphasis on AI Safety

AI safety and responsibility are core themes of NATO's AI Strategy

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