AIxBio Defense Sandbox Act
The source supplies the latest action, but no lifecycle stage.
Latest action (17 Sep 2024): Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
What this bill does
This bill, the AIxBio Defense Sandbox Act, would direct the Department of Defense to create a plan for a secure computing and data storage environment. This environment, called the "AIxBio sandbox," would be used for testing artificial intelligence (AI) models trained on biological data and developing products from these models. The plan would outline how to use existing Department of Defense infrastructure and designate an official to oversee the sandbox's activities, including selecting projects.
The AIxBio sandbox would specifically focus on projects funded by the Department of Defense that show early success and involve AI and biotechnology with potential defense applications. This could include AI for developing medical countermeasures, creating new biological materials for military use, or improving domestic supply chains through biomanufacturing. The plan would also address establishing partnerships with academic institutions and private entities for testing and collaboration.
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in September 2024. Its current status is "introduced," and it has been referred to the Committee on Armed Services. If enacted, the Department of Defense would have one year to submit a report and briefing on the developed plan to the Senate and House Committees on Armed Services.
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Timeline
17 Sep 2024
Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.
Common questions
- What does H.R. 9626 do?
- This bill, the AIxBio Defense Sandbox Act, would direct the Department of Defense to create a plan for a secure computing and data storage environment. This environment, called the "AIxBio sandbox," would be used for testing artificial intelligence (AI) models trained on biological data and developing products from these models. The plan would outline how to use existing Department of Defense infrastructure and designate an official to oversee the sandbox's activities, including selecting projects. The AIxBio sandbox would specifically focus on projects funded by the Department of Defense that show early success and involve AI and biotechnology with potential defense applications. This could include AI for developing medical countermeasures, creating new biological materials for military use, or improving domestic supply chains through biomanufacturing. The plan would also address establishing partnerships with academic institutions and private entities for testing and collaboration. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives in September 2024. Its current status is "introduced," and it has been referred to the Committee on Armed Services. If enacted, the Department of Defense would have one year to submit a report and briefing on the developed plan to the Senate and House Committees on Armed Services.
- Has H.R. 9626 become law?
- The source does not supply a confirmed lifecycle stage for H.R. 9626. Check the latest action and official source below.
- Who sponsored H.R. 9626?
- H.R. 9626 was sponsored by Rep. Khanna, Ro [D-CA-17] (D-CA), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.R. 9626?
- Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. (17 Sep 2024).
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