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H.R.3369 / 118th Congress

Artificial Intelligence Accountability Act

Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 195.

Official summary

Version 07 · Reported to House · Oct 25, 2023

Artificial Intelligence Accountability Act or the AI Accountability Act

This bill requires the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) to study and report on accountability measures for artificial intelligence (AI) systems. (Generally, AI refers to computerized systems that work and react in ways commonly thought to require human intelligence, such as certain systems that solve complex problems in real-world situations.)

Specifically, the NTIA must study, solicit stakeholder feedback about, and report to Congress concerning mechanisms (e.g., audits, certifications, and assessments) to provide assurances that an AI system is trustworthy. Among other topics, the study, feedback, and report must address how the various accountability measures are currently incorporated into AI systems and how the measures may reduce risks related to AI systems.

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In addition, the NTIA must consult with stakeholders through public meetings to develop recommendations about (1) the information that should be available to individuals, communities, and businesses that interact with, are affected by, or study AI systems; and (2) the methods for making that information available.

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Who introduced it

Rep. Harder, Josh [D-CA-9] · D–CA

Committees

  • Energy and Commerce Committee
2 cosponsorship records, including any withdrawals

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  1. Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 195.

  2. Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 118-244.

  3. Reported (Amended) by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 118-244.

  4. Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 50 - 0.

  5. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

  6. Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held

  7. Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by Voice Vote.

  8. Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

  9. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

  10. Introduced in House

  11. Introduced in House

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