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AI and Biosecurity Risk Assessment: Protecting Public Health from New Threats

This law mandates the government to regularly assess how advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) could be used to create new viruses, pathogens, or chemical weapons. The goal is to protect public health and national security by monitoring global biological threats. Citizens benefit from increased assurance that the government is actively preparing for potential biological catastrophes resulting from rapid technological development.
Key points
Requires continuous risk assessment of whether AI (including open-source models) can be used to develop biological or chemical weapons.
Mandates officials to monitor global catastrophic biological risks that could lead to massive loss of life and destabilization.
The findings of these assessments must be included in the National Health Security Strategy, enhancing national preparedness.
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Print number: 118_HR_4704
Sponsor: Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-16]
Process start date: 2023-07-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Artificial Intelligence and Biosecurity Risk Assessment Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_4704.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Requires continuous risk assessment of whether AI (including open-source models) can be used to develop biological or chemical weapons.
  • Mandates officials to monitor global catastrophic biological risks that could lead to massive loss of life and destabilization.
  • The findings of these assessments must be included in the National Health Security Strategy, enhancing national preparedness.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Eshoo, Anna G. [D-CA-16].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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Health Security