Expanding AI Voices Act
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Latest action (11 Sep 2024): Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
What this bill does
H.R. 9403, the Expanding AI Voices Act, would amend the National AI Initiative Act to support research and innovation in artificial intelligence (AI). It aims to broaden participation in AI by awarding grants to eligible institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations. These entities would use the funds to develop or expand AI research programs, recruit and train faculty in AI, create programs for post-baccalaureate students preparing for graduate AI studies, and provide access to necessary research resources. The bill also emphasizes fostering partnerships and community-building activities, including integrating ethical AI practices into education.
The bill specifically targets institutions that are not among the top 100 in federal research and development expenditures, as well as Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Minority-Serving Institutions, and Tribal Colleges or Universities. Consortia of these institutions are also eligible. The National Science Foundation Director would oversee outreach to these institutions and ensure awards are not duplicative of existing programs. Considerations for awards include support for diverse students, geographic diversity, and resource constraints of applicant institutions.
This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on August 23, 2024. It was ordered to be reported with amendments by voice vote on September 11, 2024. The bill was previously introduced in an earlier session of Congress but did not receive a vote. Its next steps would involve further consideration by the House and potentially the Senate.
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Timeline
11 Sep 2024
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9403 do?
- H.R. 9403, the Expanding AI Voices Act, would amend the National AI Initiative Act to support research and innovation in artificial intelligence (AI). It aims to broaden participation in AI by awarding grants to eligible institutions of higher education and nonprofit organizations. These entities would use the funds to develop or expand AI research programs, recruit and train faculty in AI, create programs for post-baccalaureate students preparing for graduate AI studies, and provide access to necessary research resources. The bill also emphasizes fostering partnerships and community-building activities, including integrating ethical AI practices into education. The bill specifically targets institutions that are not among the top 100 in federal research and development expenditures, as well as Historically Black Colleges and Universities, Minority-Serving Institutions, and Tribal Colleges or Universities. Consortia of these institutions are also eligible. The National Science Foundation Director would oversee outreach to these institutions and ensure awards are not duplicative of existing programs. Considerations for awards include support for diverse students, geographic diversity, and resource constraints of applicant institutions. This bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on August 23, 2024. It was ordered to be reported with amendments by voice vote on September 11, 2024. The bill was previously introduced in an earlier session of Congress but did not receive a vote. Its next steps would involve further consideration by the House and potentially the Senate.
- Has H.R. 9403 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9403. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9403?
- H.R. 9403 was sponsored by Rep. Foushee, Valerie P. [D-NC-4] (D-NC), with 4 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9403?
- Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. (11 Sep 2024).
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