Calling on the United States to champion a regional artificial intelligence strategy in the Americas to foster inclusive artificial intelligence systems that combat biases within marginalized groups and promote social justice, economic well-being, and democratic values.
Latest action (8 Aug 2023): Introduced
What this bill does
H.Res. 649 is a nonbinding resolution expressing the House of Representatives' position on artificial intelligence policy in the Western Hemisphere. It does not create new laws, funding, or regulations. Instead, it calls on the United States to treat inclusive AI development as a domestic and foreign policy priority, urges creation of a "Regional AI Strategy" for the Americas, and calls for the U.S. government to pursue an international agreement governing AI design and use. It also urges federal agencies to direct existing economic and development funding toward AI research, education, and infrastructure in the region, to support common ethical standards for AI, and to increase cooperation with organizations such as the Organization of American States and the Inter-American Development Bank. The resolution additionally praises the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy's "Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights."
The resolution is framed around concerns that AI systems can reflect and amplify racial and social biases, and it emphasizes protecting marginalized and underrepresented populations, both within the U.S. and across Latin America and the Caribbean. It would primarily affect how U.S. agencies, in cooperation with hemispheric partners and international bodies, approach AI policy, funding priorities, and diplomatic engagement, rather than imposing direct legal obligations on individuals or businesses.
The bill was introduced by Rep. Adriano Espaillat on August 8, 2023, and referred to the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and on Science, Space, and Technology. As a simple resolution, it would not go to the President for signature even if passed. It has not received a vote, and with the 118th Congress concluded, the measure would need to be reintroduced in a future Congress to be considered further.
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Official summary
This resolution urges the development and implementation of a safe and responsible regional artificial intelligence (AI) strategy for the Western Hemisphere to protect and advance civil rights, civil liberties, privacy, equal opportunities, and access to critical resources or services. The resolution also calls on the United States to invest and leverage funding from its economic and international development agencies in research and development of AI education, training, and infrastructure throughout the Western Hemisphere.
Common questions
- What does H.Res. 649 do?
- H.Res. 649 is a nonbinding resolution expressing the House of Representatives' position on artificial intelligence policy in the Western Hemisphere. It does not create new laws, funding, or regulations. Instead, it calls on the United States to treat inclusive AI development as a domestic and foreign policy priority, urges creation of a "Regional AI Strategy" for the Americas, and calls for the U.S. government to pursue an international agreement governing AI design and use. It also urges federal agencies to direct existing economic and development funding toward AI research, education, and infrastructure in the region, to support common ethical standards for AI, and to increase cooperation with organizations such as the Organization of American States and the Inter-American Development Bank. The resolution additionally praises the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy's "Blueprint for an AI Bill of Rights." The resolution is framed around concerns that AI systems can reflect and amplify racial and social biases, and it emphasizes protecting marginalized and underrepresented populations, both within the U.S. and across Latin America and the Caribbean. It would primarily affect how U.S. agencies, in cooperation with hemispheric partners and international bodies, approach AI policy, funding priorities, and diplomatic engagement, rather than imposing direct legal obligations on individuals or businesses. The bill was introduced by Rep. Adriano Espaillat on August 8, 2023, and referred to the House Committees on Foreign Affairs and on Science, Space, and Technology. As a simple resolution, it would not go to the President for signature even if passed. It has not received a vote, and with the 118th Congress concluded, the measure would need to be reintroduced in a future Congress to be considered further.
- Has H.Res. 649 become law?
- Not yet. As of 8 Aug 2023, H.Res. 649 is introduced.
- Who sponsored H.Res. 649?
- H.Res. 649 was sponsored by Rep. Adriano Espaillat [D-NY13] (Democrat-NY), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on H.Res. 649?
- Introduced (8 Aug 2023).
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