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This bill introduces the AI Whistleblower Protection Act, which provides comprehensive legal protections for employees and independent contractors who report security vulnerabilities or violations related to artificial intelligence (AI) technologies. The bill defines AI broadly, including systems that can learn, perform tasks without significant human oversight, or mimic human cognitive processes. It prohibits employers from retaliating against whistleblowers who report AI-related security risks or violations to regulatory agencies, law enforcement, Congress, or internal supervisory personnel. Whistleblowers who experience retaliation can file a complaint with the Department of Labor or pursue legal action in federal district court within specific time limitations. If successful, they may receive remedies including job reinstatement, back pay (doubled), compensatory damages, litigation costs, and attorneys' fees. The bill explicitly states that employees cannot waive these protections through employment contracts or arbitration agreements, ensuring meaningful safeguards for individuals who come forward with legitimate concerns about AI technologies' potential risks to public safety, health, or national security.

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