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WASHINGTON – On June 20, Representative Anna G. Eshoo (D-CA), Representative Ken Buck (R-CO), and Representative Ted Lieu (D-CA) introduced the National AI Commission Act, bipartisan and bicameral legislation to create a national commission to focus on the question of regulating Artificial Intelligence (AI). The bipartisan, blue-ribbon commission will review the United States’ current approach to AI regulation, make recommendations on any new office or governmental structure that may be necessary, and develop a risk-based framework for AI. The group will be comprised of experts from civil society, government, industry and labor, and those with technical expertise coming together to develop a comprehensive framework for AI regulation. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) will be introducing companion legislation in the Senate.

“As Co-Chair of the bipartisan Congressional Artificial Intelligence Caucus, I understand how complex the issue of artificial intelligence is. The National AI Commission Act is an important first step to bring together stakeholders and experts to better understand how we can regulate AI and what guardrails must be in place as AI become more prevalent across society,” said Representative Eshoo.

“Artificial Intelligence is doing amazing things for our society. It can also cause significant harm if left unchecked and unregulated. Congress must not stay on the sidelines,” said Representative Lieu. “However, we must also be humble and acknowledge that there is much we as Members of Congress don’t know about AI. That’s why our bill, the National AI Commission Act, brings together experts in civil society, government, industry, labor and more to make recommendations on the best ways to move forward on AI regulation. Our bill forges a path toward responsible AI regulation that promotes technological progress while keeping Americans safe. Transparency is critical when legislating on something as complicated as AI, and this bipartisan, blue ribbon commission will provide policymakers and the American public with the basis and reasoning for the recommendations and what information was relied upon. Thank you to Representatives Buck, Eshoo and Senator Schatz for co-leading this legislation.”

“Artificial Intelligence holds tremendous opportunity for individuals and our economy,” said Representative Buck. “It’s also possible that AI poses a great risk for our national security. I’m proud to lead this bipartisan piece of legislation with Rep. Lieu to ensure that Congress considers expert opinions before the government takes action in this emerging field."

“AI technology holds lots of potential, but it comes with real risks,” said Senator Schatz. “We need a better understanding of how we can take advantage of these new technologies and do so in a responsible way.”

Read the full text of the bill here

Read a one-pager on the bill here

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