Two new bills related to artificial intelligence are set to be considered by the U.S. Congress. In response to the growing interest in addressing AI-related issues, bipartisan senators introduced these bills on Thursday.
The first bill aims to promote transparency in the government’s use of expert systems when interacting with individuals.
It requires government agencies to disclose their utilization of AI and establish a mechanism for people to challenge AI-driven decisions.
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Senator Gary Peters, a Democrat and chair of the Homeland Security committee, co-authored this bill with Republican Senators Mike Braun and James Lankford.
Braun emphasized the importance of human oversight in AI decision-making, stating that the federal government should proactively ensure transparency.
The second bill, introduced by Democrats Michael Bennet and Mark Warner, along with Republican Senator Todd Young, proposes the establishment of an Office of Global Competition Analysis.
This office would focus on maintaining the United States’ competitive position in emerging technologies, particularly in areas like semiconductors, quantum computing, and AI.
Bennet expressed concern about potential competitors like China and the need to preserve America’s edge in strategic technologies.
Recognizing the significance of the topic, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer has scheduled three briefings for senators on expert systems.
These briefings include a general overview of expert systems, strategies for achieving American leadership in the field, and a classified session addressing defense, intelligence, and their implications related to AI.
