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Summary: The bill "Securing Social Security: Accessing Payments and Preserving the Program for Future Generations" aims to strengthen Social Security, improve service delivery, and ensure its sustainability for future generations, addressing workforce and funding challenges faced by the SSA.
Collection: Congressional Hearings
Status date: Oct. 16, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Senate

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text discusses the Social Security Administration (SSA) and its challenges, including staffing, funding, and the provision of services. However, there are minimal direct references to AI technologies or their implications. While the SSA may consider using AI for service delivery optimization, this is not mentioned in the text. Therefore, it lacks a strong connection to these categories that focus on the broader implications of AI. Nonetheless, the topics of data management and service delivery could marginally relate to the categories, but they do not specifically address AI systems. Thus, relevance is low for the categories outlined.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

The text is predominantly focused on Social Security and does not delve into the specific use or regulation of AI within the context of politics, government operations, healthcare, or other sectors specifically outlined. Although there are operational challenges at the SSA, the text primarily addresses issues regarding staffing, funding, and administrative processes rather than the implications of AI technologies. Hence, it aligns minimally with the sectors described but does not strongly fit into any of them.


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Summary: The bill delegates various administrative and operational authorities within the Federal Communications Commission, primarily to the Chief Financial Officer and the Chief of the Office of Engineering and Technology, enhancing efficiency in regulatory processes.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: Oct. 1, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text primarily outlines delegated authorities within the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) concerning various functions and responsibilities, including the management of telecommunications and technical standards. It does not explicitly address any AI-related content or issues, nor does it contain specific references to the societal implications of AI use. Therefore, it is not relevant to any of the AI categories that would typically pertain to social impact, data governance, system integrity, or robustness regarding AI systems.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The text is focused on administrative protocols and authority within the FCC concerning financial and technological management. It does not discuss the use or regulation of AI in political, governmental, judicial, healthcare, or business contexts. As a result, it lacks relevance to any of the specified sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): automated (1)

Summary: The bill encompasses various committee meetings and hearings in Congress, focusing on issues such as transportation funding, artificial intelligence in defense, and energy infrastructure, aiming to address significant national challenges.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: July 18, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category:
Societal Impact (see reasoning)

The text contains a section titled 'Man and Machine: Artificial Intelligence on the Battlefield,' indicating a focus on the implications of AI in military applications. This invokes discussions about social impact, particularly regarding the role of AI in warfare and its potential consequences on society, ethical considerations, and accountability for AI use by military forces. However, the other sections do not explicitly pertain to AI, leading to lower relevance for the other categories. Hence, social impact is rated highly, while others are scored lower based on this text's minimal relevance to their core focuses.


Sector:
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

The mention of AI specifically in the context of military applications gives the hearing strong relevance to the sector focused on Defense. However, it lacks direct implications for the other sectors mentioned, as the discussions seem concentrated on military issues without broader applications to healthcare, employment, or governance. Consequently, this results in a lower score for most sectors except for a potential slight relevance to Government Agencies due to the involvement of governmental entities in military matters.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (2)

Summary: This bill outlines regulations for electronically submitted transaction requests related to U.S. securities via the Automated Clearing House, including definitions for electronic signatures and liability.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: July 1, 2021
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

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Summary: The bill focuses on examining the integration of AI into the workforce and its impact on employment. It aims to promote worker training and empowerment to adapt to technological advancements.
Collection: Congressional Hearings
Status date: Oct. 31, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Senate

Category:
Societal Impact (see reasoning)

The text primarily discusses the role of AI in the workplace, specifically looking at its integration and impact on workers and the economy. There are frequent mentions of AI technologies, such as ChatGPT, and their functionalities in the workforce, indicating a direct relevance to how AI is perceived socially and its implications. It addresses important social issues, including skills training and worker empowerment in the wake of AI advancements, categorizing it as crucial to understanding AI's social impact. The concerns expressed by officials show a proactive approach toward ensuring a balanced integration of AI in a way that acknowledges its potential impacts on society. Overall, the text underscores the importance of AI not just technically, but importantly in terms of its societal implications like job displacement, training needs, and workforce adaptation, thus aligning closely with the Social Impact category. The text briefly implies the consideration of secure data and protection related to AI usage but lacks substantial focus on specific legislative measures regarding data, system integrity or performance metrics, which makes those categories less relevant.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions (see reasoning)

The legislation focuses heavily on the implications of AI in various work sectors and how it affects employment practices. Given that the hearing is about the future of work and the workforce's adaptability to AI technologies, it includes discussions that pertain heavily to Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment. There are references regarding the workplace dynamics, necessary skills for effective AI application, and how employers and employees will need to navigate the rapidly changing job landscape. While some discussion involves government oversight and public services, the center of the text is on economic implications and worker adaptation, centering it primarily within the Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment sector. Other sectors like Healthcare and Government Agencies are less directly relevant considering the context of the discussions primarily revolving around workplace adaptation to AI advancements.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (22) machine learning (4) automated (11) foundation model (1) algorithm (1) show keywords in context

Description: A BILL to be entitled an Act to amend Title 9 of the O.C.G.A., relating to civil practice, so as to prohibit censorship by social media platforms; to prohibit waivers of protections; to provide for limitations; to provide for construction; to provide for user remedies; to provide for action by the Attorney General; to amend Title 10 of the O.C.G.A., relating to commerce and trade, so as to provide for disclosure requirements regarding social media platforms; to provide for construction; to pr...
Summary: House Bill 250 prohibits censorship by social media platforms in Georgia based on user viewpoints or location, establishes user remedies, and mandates transparency and complaint systems for content management.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 6, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Steven Sainz (5 total sponsors)
Last action: House Second Readers (Feb. 8, 2023)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)

The text mainly revolves around the prohibition of censorship by social media platforms and the establishment of regulations surrounding their operations. The emphasis on censorship and user expression connects significantly to the effects of AI determinations on social media content, addressing algorithm-driven content visibility and behavior moderation. This falls squarely within the scope of the Social Impact category as it deals with issues like misinformation, public discourse, and rights related to automated moderation by AI systems. Data Governance is also relevant due to the aspects related to content management and the requirement for platforms to disclose how they curate and moderate content, which is directly linked to the algorithms they employ. System Integrity can be considered, but it is less about ensuring security or oversight of AI systems, focusing instead on ensuring compliance and transparency in operations. Robustness is minimally relevant as it doesn't focus on AI performance evaluation or auditing frameworks specifically. Therefore, while System Integrity and Robustness have some relevance, the primary focus lies in Social Impact and Data Governance.


Sector:
Politics and Elections
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

This legislation predominantly relates to the regulation of social media platforms, which directly impacts the sector of Politics and Elections through the discourse of censorship in electoral contexts. The Government Agencies and Public Services sector is also pertinent as it involves governmental interventions in platform censorship practices. The Judicial System has a lower relevance since it deals with user rights to action against platforms but doesn’t outline how AI interacts legally in this context. Healthcare, Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment, Academic and Research Institutions, International Cooperation and Standards, Nonprofits and NGOs, and Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified sectors do not have clear links to this text. Thus, Politics and Elections and Government Agencies and Public Services emerge as the most relevant sectors.


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Summary: The bill addresses overpayments by Part D sponsors to CMS, outlining a process for identifying, correcting, and appealing erroneous data, aiming to ensure financial accountability and accuracy in Medicare payments.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: Oct. 1, 2021
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Keywords (occurrence): algorithm (1) show keywords in context

Summary: H.R. 6806 establishes a certification program for artificial intelligence software in agriculture, aiming to ensure quality and reliability in AI applications within the agricultural sector.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: Dec. 14, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category:
Societal Impact
System Integrity (see reasoning)

The text explicitly mentions the establishment of a program to certify artificial intelligence software, suggesting a focus on the regulation and impact of AI in agriculture. Although it does not delve into specifics regarding societal impact, data governance, system integrity, or robustness of AI technologies, the mention of 'artificial intelligence' strongly indicates a connection to AI-related legislation. The impact on society could involve food safety and production efficiency, aligning with social implications, but more detail is needed for a robust score. The focus on certification suggests a relevance to system integrity but without clear mandates or regulations, the overall relevance in this context is limited, yet still present.


Sector:
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)

The text refers specifically to legislation that concerns the use of AI in agriculture. There is no direct mention of its applications in political frameworks, judicial systems, healthcare, or other sectors. However, the mention of agricultural products implies a sectoral relevance, indicating that it touches upon private enterprises, labor, and employment, as it can affect practices in farming and related businesses. Yet, the specificity of agriculture limits broader categorizations, resulting in moderate relevance.


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Summary: The bill establishes standardized operation and maintenance expense accounts for Rural Utilities Service (RUS) borrowers, detailing costs for various power generation, transmission, and distribution activities.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: Jan. 1, 2021
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Keywords (occurrence): automated (2) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill establishes methods to determine taxable income in controlled services transactions, detailing criteria for cost determining methods, including reliability and contribution significance of services provided, to enforce appropriate tax regulations.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: April 1, 2021
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

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Description: A bill to amend title 31, United States Code, to require agencies to include a list of outdated or duplicative reporting requirements in annual budget justifications, and for other purposes.
Summary: The Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act aims to enhance online safety for minors by mandating platforms to implement protective measures and parental tools against harmful content and excessive use.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Dec. 22, 2023
Status: Engrossed
Primary sponsor: Jon Ossoff (2 total sponsors)
Last action: Message on Senate action sent to the House. (July 31, 2024)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act addresses how online platforms are designed and operated concerning minors, particularly regarding data privacy and safety protocols. It explicitly mentions 'personalized recommendation systems' and 'design features' intended to limit the engagement of minors in harmful online behaviors. As these elements directly relate to social impact, data governance, system integrity, and robustness in the context of AI applications (e.g., algorithms used in recommendation systems and automated decision-making for user safety), the relevance of each category is evaluated as follows: Social Impact is rated very relevant because the bill actively seeks to mitigate potential harm caused by AI through filter bubbles and safeguards for minors. Data Governance receives a very relevant score due to its focus on the management of personal data of minors and ensuring its use is ethical and responsible. System Integrity is also very relevant because the bill stresses the necessity for safeguards and parental controls associated with automated systems. Lastly, in terms of Robustness, the bill's mention of 'automated systems' implies there are standards and performance measures for ensuring safe engagement of minors with such systems, thus also meriting a very relevant rating.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

The Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act primarily targets the landscape of digital interactions for minors, emphasizing the regulation of AI and automated processes directly affecting children. Therefore, the sectors are evaluated based on how they address this intersection of AI and child safety: Politics and Elections is scored slightly relevant, as while it doesn't directly pertain to electoral processes, regulatory discussions around minors may touch political interests. Government Agencies and Public Services rate as very relevant, reflecting the involvement of various government bodies in enforcing online safety measures. The Judicial System ranks slightly relevant as it may eventually be influenced by cases related to minors and platform safety. Healthcare receives a somewhat marginal score, as while there are mentions of mental health, it's indirect and does not pertain specifically to healthcare legislation. Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment score moderately relevant due to implications for businesses operating online platforms. Academic and Research Institutions also score moderately relevant as studies mentioned involve oversight and research into internet safety for minors. International Cooperation and Standards gets a score of slightly relevant due to limited international scope. Nonprofits and NGOs are rated slightly relevant, as they may engage in advocacy around online safety for minors, but this act isn't directly aimed at them. Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified receives a score of moderately relevant as AI's intersection with online platforms creates unclassified dynamics in how children's user experiences are structured.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) machine learning (1) automated (3) recommendation system (6) algorithm (14) show keywords in context

Description: For legislation to establish a Special Commission to Re-Imagine School Assessment and Accountability. Education.
Summary: The bill establishes a special commission in Massachusetts to re-evaluate school assessment and accountability systems, exploring alternative methods beyond standardized testing and incorporating public input for reform.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 16, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Jason Lewis (5 total sponsors)
Last action: Accompanied a study order, see S2841 (July 1, 2024)

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text focuses on establishing a special commission aimed at reimagining school assessment and accountability but does not reference AI explicitly. However, there is a mention of considering a process of public input and deliberation in accountability determinations, which indicates a desire for transparency that could align with AI system integrity concerns, although it is not directly addressing AI. Therefore, relevance is limited across all categories involved.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The text relates to education and assessment rather than any sectors where AI is specified as the primary focus. While education systems could leverage AI for assessment, the text does not explicitly address AI applications within education or mention of AI's impact or use in educational settings. Hence, the scores reflect minimal relevance to the sectors.


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Summary: The bill addresses regulatory gaps in the digital assets market, aiming to establish a comprehensive framework to protect consumers and foster innovation while managing risks associated with spot market regulations.
Collection: Congressional Hearings
Status date: April 27, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: House of Representatives

Category:
Data Governance (see reasoning)

The text addresses the regulatory considerations surrounding digital assets, which include discussions about safety, transparency, and consumer protection. However, there is no explicit mention or focus on the use of AI technologies within the context of digital assets, such as algorithms or automated decision-making systems. Therefore, while the text touches upon themes that may intersect with AI, such as innovation and regulation, these references are indirect and do not specifically relate to legislative actions regarding AI itself. The conversation largely centers on digital asset regulation without delving into AI-specific issues.


Sector:
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

The text discusses digital assets, which can involve various applications of technology, including AI. However, it primarily focuses on regulations concerning financial markets and digital asset management rather than specific AI uses or regulations within sectors such as healthcare, politics, or public services. The context of innovation and regulatory frameworks indicates a connection to 'Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment' due to the impact of digital assets on entrepreneurial opportunities and market practices. Other sectors do not have substantial relevance, as the discussion does not specifically address their AI applications.


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Summary: The bill establishes regulations for devices that assist in interpreting electroencephalographs (EEGs) for brain injuries and neuropsychiatric conditions. It emphasizes their use as adjuncts to existing diagnostic methods while ensuring safety and effectiveness standards.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: April 1, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)

The text primarily discusses the classification and specification of electroencephalograph assessment aids, focusing on hardware and software requirements, clinical performance testing, and the classification of devices used to interpret EEG data. The assessment aids explicitly involve the use of algorithms to process and interpret patient data. These aspects are highly relevant for the categories evaluated. The text's emphasis on clinical performance, safety, and effectiveness aligns the most with the System Integrity category due to its focus on device specifications and safety requirements. The Social Impact category may also be relevant as the implications of using such devices affect patient care and outcomes. However, the focus on technical specifications limits its relevance to topics like consumer protection or societal harm. The Data Governance category holds moderate relevance because of the implications regarding the accuracy and management of the data used by these devices, as well as concerns over biases within the algorithms. The Robustness category is less relevant as it mainly addresses performance benchmarks and oversight rather than legislation surrounding the creation and regulation of AI performance measures.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Healthcare (see reasoning)

The text does not specifically address legislation relating to the use of AI in political campaigns, judicial settings, or international cooperation, which are covered in the respective sectors. However, it can be associated with the Government Agencies and Public Services sector in the context of FDA regulations regarding the deployment of medical devices within healthcare settings, indicating some regulation and oversight related to public health. The text's strong focus on the technical requirements and specifications for medical devices renders it less directly relevant to the other sectors like Private Enterprises, Academic Institutions, or Nonprofits. The study of brain injuries and interpretative aids does relate to Healthcare, therefore a moderate score is given.


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Summary: The bill outlines the procedures for insuring mortgages through the Mutual Mortgage Insurance Fund, detailing requirements for endorsement, documentation submission, and compliance for both Direct Endorsement and Lender Insurance programs.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: April 1, 2021
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Keywords (occurrence): automated (1) algorithm (1) show keywords in context

Summary: This bill updates regulations for maritime personnel certifications, including radar observer and engineering endorsements, ensuring competency for safe vessel operation and compliance with international standards.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: Oct. 1, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text primarily pertains to engineering qualifications and operational requirements for personnel on seagoing vessels, with specific references to the use of automated systems for personnel replacements. It does not address or include explicit references to AI or related technologies, thus making it minimally relevant to the categories outlined. The mention of 'automated systems' is in relation to personnel requirements, but it does not delve into the implications or issues of AI systems themselves. Therefore, the categories of Social Impact, Data Governance, System Integrity, and Robustness are deemed not particularly relevant to the text's core content.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The text does not specifically address the sectors outlined as it primarily involves engineering and maritime regulations related to crew qualifications and vessel operations. It lacks direct relevance to Politics and Elections, Government Agencies and Public Services, Judicial System, Healthcare, Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment, Academic and Research Institutions, International Cooperation and Standards, Nonprofits and NGOs, or Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified. Consequently, it receives a score of 1 across all sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): automated (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The "CFR Index and Finding Aids, 2021" bill provides a comprehensive index and reference tools for navigating the Code of Federal Regulations, aiding users in locating federal regulations by subject or agency as of January 1, 2021.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: Jan. 1, 2021
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Keywords (occurrence): automated (13) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill outlines compliance requirements for emissions standards from electric generating units (EGUs), detailing monitoring methods, reporting procedures, and corrective actions for exceeding emission limits.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: July 1, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text primarily relates to environmental emissions compliance and monitoring requirements for electrical generating units (EGUs). It does not directly address the broader societal impacts of AI, nor does it discuss issues related to data governance, system integrity, or robustness. Although there is mention of 'neural network combustion optimization,' this is only in the context of improving combustion efficiency and does not expand into a wider discussion about AI's societal impacts or implications. Thus, it appears largely irrelevant to the key aspects of the provided categories.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The text does not discuss AI's application within defined sectors like politics, government agencies, healthcare, etc. The only mention related to neural networks pertains to combustion optimization, not specific use cases or regulations within these sectors. Consequently, it does not provide any context that could relate to any of the predefined sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): neural network (3) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill establishes notification and record-keeping requirements for owners/operators of specific facilities regulated under EPA standards, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations and monitoring of emissions.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: July 1, 2021
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Keywords (occurrence): automated (2) algorithm (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill mandates detailed content requirements for Positive Train Control (PTC) Safety Plans and certifications to enhance safety standards for railroad operations, ensuring comprehensive risk assessments and operational protocols.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: Oct. 1, 2021
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Keywords (occurrence): algorithm (1) show keywords in context
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