Expressing the sense of Congress with respect to the principles that should guide the national artificial intelligence strategy of the United States.
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (16 Sep 2020): Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Labor, Oversight and Reform, Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
What this bill does
H.Con.Res. 116, introduced in the House of Representatives in 2020, is a non-binding resolution expressing Congress's sense on the principles that should guide the United States' national artificial intelligence strategy. The resolution aims to outline key areas for consideration, including global leadership, workforce preparation, national security, research and development, and the ethical development of artificial intelligence.
Specifically, the bill proposes that the U.S. strategy should prioritize maintaining global leadership, preparing the workforce for future jobs, safeguarding national security, fostering effective research and development, and ensuring artificial intelligence is developed and used ethically with reduced bias, fairness, and privacy protections. It also suggests various approaches for government action within these areas.
As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sentiment of both the House and the Senate. This particular resolution was introduced in the 116th Congress but did not advance to a vote. It remains as introduced in the legislative record.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
This concurrent resolution sets forth considerations for Congress in guiding the national artificial intelligence strategy.
Specifically, the resolution, among other things, expresses the sense of Congress that
• the United States should take a global leadership role in artificial intelligence;
• the federal government should increase funding for existing technology education programs;
• the United States should leverage its alliances to promote democratic principles, foster research collaboration, and develop common standards with respect to artificial intelligence; and
• the federal government should increase investments in artificial intelligence research and development and related fields.
Timeline
16 Sep 2020
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Labor, Oversight and Reform, Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Common questions
- What does H.Con.Res. 116 do?
- H.Con.Res. 116, introduced in the House of Representatives in 2020, is a non-binding resolution expressing Congress's sense on the principles that should guide the United States' national artificial intelligence strategy. The resolution aims to outline key areas for consideration, including global leadership, workforce preparation, national security, research and development, and the ethical development of artificial intelligence. Specifically, the bill proposes that the U.S. strategy should prioritize maintaining global leadership, preparing the workforce for future jobs, safeguarding national security, fostering effective research and development, and ensuring artificial intelligence is developed and used ethically with reduced bias, fairness, and privacy protections. It also suggests various approaches for government action within these areas. As a concurrent resolution, it expresses the sentiment of both the House and the Senate. This particular resolution was introduced in the 116th Congress but did not advance to a vote. It remains as introduced in the legislative record.
- Has H.Con.Res. 116 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.Con.Res. 116. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.Con.Res. 116?
- H.Con.Res. 116 was sponsored by Rep. Hurd, Will [R-TX-23] (R-TX), with 14 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Con.Res. 116?
- Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Labor, Oversight and Reform, Foreign Affairs, Energy and Commerce, and Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. (16 Sep 2020).
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