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US HR8132

US HR8132
American COMPETE Act American Competitiveness Of a More Productive Emerging Tech Economy Act


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Introduced
08/28/2020
In Committee
09/09/2020
Crossed Over
09/30/2020
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

116th Congress

Bill Summary

Requires the Department of Commerce and the Federal Trade Commission to study and submit reports on the state of specified technology industries (e.g., artificial intelligence, quantum computing, blockchain technology, and unmanned delivery services) and the impact of these industries on the U.S. economy.

AI Summary

This bill, the American COMPETE Act or the American Competitiveness Of a More Productive Emerging Tech Economy Act, requires the Department of Commerce and the Federal Trade Commission to conduct studies and submit reports on the state of various emerging technology industries, including artificial intelligence, quantum computing, blockchain technology, internet of things, new and advanced materials, unmanned delivery services, and three-dimensional printing. The studies will examine the impact of these industries on the U.S. economy, the risks and trends in their marketplaces and supply chains, and provide recommendations to grow the U.S. economy through the secure advancement of these technologies. The bill also includes a study on how artificial intelligence can be used to address online harms such as deceptive content, manipulated media, and illegal activities.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

Sponsors (14)

Last Action

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (on 09/30/2020)

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