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International AI Research Partnerships: Boosting City Economies and Workforce Development.

This law establishes a program to support collaboration between US cities and international counterparts on artificial intelligence (AI) research. The goal is to foster economic growth and workforce development in non-military AI sectors, potentially leading to new jobs and innovation in local communities. The program explicitly excludes partnerships involving national security research or cities in countries deemed detrimental to US interests.
Key points
The State Department will fund and facilitate international city-to-city partnerships focused on civilian AI research, economic cooperation, and workforce training.
Collaboration is strictly limited to non-national security AI areas and excludes cities located in foreign countries of concern or those posing a threat to US policy.
$20 million annually (FY 2025-2028) is authorized for the State Department to implement and manage these international AI research programs.
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Print number: 118_HR_8700
Sponsor: Rep. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35]
Process start date: 2024-06-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

International Artificial Intelligence Research Partnership Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_8700.

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 2024-06-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The State Department will fund and facilitate international city-to-city partnerships focused on civilian AI research, economic cooperation, and workforce training.
  • Collaboration is strictly limited to non-national security AI areas and excludes cities located in foreign countries of concern or those posing a threat to US policy.
  • $20 million annually (FY 2025-2028) is authorized for the State Department to implement and manage these international AI research programs.
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. Torres, Norma J. [D-CA-35].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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