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Establishing AI Task Force to Ensure Ethical and Safe Government Use of Artificial Intelligence.

This Act establishes a dedicated Task Force to assess how the Federal Government uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) and associated data, focusing on potential impacts on privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties. The goal is to identify legal gaps and recommend legislative and regulatory reforms to Congress, ensuring that government AI systems, including facial recognition technology, are safe, ethical, and non-discriminatory. This aims to enhance citizen protection against potential technological misuse by federal agencies.
Key points
Civil Rights Protection: The Task Force will assess if federal agencies' use of AI complies with privacy rights, freedom of expression, and anti-discrimination laws.
Biometric Standards: Recommendations will be made for baseline standards governing the Federal Government's use of biometric identification technologies, such as facial and voice recognition.
AI Governance: The Task Force will evaluate the need for a new, permanent federal organization to provide ongoing oversight and guidance on the development and procurement of AI systems by the government.
Public Input: The Task Force membership includes representatives from civil society, industry, and academia, ensuring diverse expertise in shaping future AI regulations.
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Print number: 118_S_1356
Sponsor: Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO]
Process start date: 2023-04-27
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ASSESS AI Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_1356.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-04-27.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Civil Rights Protection: The Task Force will assess if federal agencies' use of AI complies with privacy rights, freedom of expression, and anti-discrimination laws.
  • Biometric Standards: Recommendations will be made for baseline standards governing the Federal Government's use of biometric identification technologies, such as facial and voice recognition.
  • AI Governance: The Task Force will evaluate the need for a new, permanent federal organization to provide ongoing oversight and guidance on the development and procurement of AI systems by the government.
  • Public Input: The Task Force membership includes representatives from civil society, industry, and academia, ensuring diverse expertise in shaping future AI regulations.
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 Sen. Bennet, Michael F. [D-CO].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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