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Introduced
04/10/2019
04/10/2019
In Committee
04/10/2019
04/10/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
116th Congress
Bill Summary
To establish a coordinated Federal initiative to accelerate artificial intelligence research and development for the economic and national security of the United States, and for other purposes. This bill requires certain federal activities related to artificial intelligence, including implementation by the President of a National Artificial Intelligence Initiative. The initiative must invest in artificial intelligence research and support the development of an artificial intelligence science and technology workforce pipeline, among other activities. The Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) shall establish or designate a National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee to advise the OSTP on matters related to the initiative; a National Artificial Intelligence Coordination Office to provide technical and administrative support to the advisory committee and serve as the point of contact on federal artificial intelligence activities; and an Interagency Committee on Artificial Intelligence to coordinate the artificial intelligence and technology research and education activities and programs of the federal agencies, among other activities. The National Institute of Standards and Technology shall, among other things carry out initiative activities, including by awarding contracts as necessary; support the development of measurements and standards necessary to advance commercial development of artificial intelligence applications; and establish collaborative ventures or consortia. The National Science Foundation shall implement a research and education program on artificial intelligence and engineering, and award grants to establish up to five Multidisciplinary Centers for Artificial Intelligence Research and Education to conduct activities in support of the initiative. The Department of Energy shall carry out an artificial intelligence research program.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the National Artificial Intelligence Initiative, which aims to accelerate the development and application of artificial intelligence (AI) in the United States. The initiative will invest in AI research and development, support the creation of an AI workforce pipeline, and facilitate coordination and collaboration between the government, industry, and academia on AI-related activities. The bill also outlines various roles and responsibilities for federal agencies, such as the National Institute of Standards and Technology, the National Science Foundation, and the Department of Energy, in carrying out the initiative's objectives. The overall goal is to ensure that AI research, development, and application efforts create measurable benefits for all individuals in the United States, including underrepresented groups.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. (on 04/10/2019)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/116th-congress/house-bill/2202/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr2202/BILLS-116hr2202ih.pdf |
| Bill | https://www.congress.gov/116/bills/hr2202/BILLS-116hr2202ih.pdf.pdf |
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