UPDATE — JULY 2025: In late 2024, U.S. Representatives James Comer (R-KY) and Jamie Raskin (D-MD) introduced the Federal AI Governance and Transparency Act, a bipartisan bill designed to regulate the use of AI systems within the federal government. While the bill proposed clear standards for transparency, accountability, ethics, and data protection, it has not advanced into law as of July 2025.
Congress remains deadlocked on comprehensive federal AI regulation, and no national governance framework is currently in place. Instead, state governments have taken the lead, with states like California, Connecticut, and Michigan introducing their own AI laws. The Comer-Raskin bill reflects ongoing interest in federal AI oversight, but federal legislative progress remains stalled.
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New Legislation Aims to Regulate AI Use in U.S. Government
U.S. lawmakers are making strides in new AI legislation with the introduction of the Federal AI Governance and Transparency Act by Representatives James Comer of Kentucky and Jamie Raskin of Maryland. This comprehensive piece of legislation aims to regulate AI systems within the federal government, addressing crucial issues surrounding transparency, accountability, ethics, and data protection.
The bill’s primary objective is to establish clear governance requirements for Federal AI systems. It mandates the development of policies and procedures to govern various aspects of AI technology within government agencies, ensuring alignment with constitutional principles and existing laws related to privacy, freedom of speech, civil rights, and civil liberties.
Emphasizing the importance of performance-driven AI systems, the legislation advocates for fair, just, and impartial treatment of individuals. It underscores the necessity for AI actions to be purposeful, with benefits outweighing potential risks. By prioritizing ethical and responsible AI use, the bill aims to foster public trust in government AI initiatives and uphold democratic values.
Transparency in AI systems is another key focus of the bill, requiring disclosure of information related to development, funding, and operation to congressional committees and the public. This transparency mandate enhances accountability and oversight of government AI initiatives.
Additionally, the legislation includes provisions to safeguard sensitive information and data privacy. It ensures that the disclosure of information complies with existing laws, protecting against unauthorized access, sharing, or use of personal data.
In a press release, Representative Comer highlighted the bipartisan nature of the Federal AI Governance and Transparency Act, emphasizing its role in improving government operations while safeguarding privacy, civil rights, and civil liberties. Representative Raskin echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the transformative potential of AI technology while underscoring the need to protect constitutional rights, liberties, and values in its implementation.
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