5022 results:


Description: A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds to launch a nuclear weapon using an autonomous weapons system that is not subject to meaningful human control, and for other purposes.
Summary: The "Block Nuclear Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023" prohibits federal funding for launching nuclear weapons using autonomous systems without meaningful human control, emphasizing the necessity of human oversight in such critical decisions.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: May 1, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Edward Markey (4 total sponsors)
Last action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. (May 1, 2023)

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

The text explicitly discusses the implications of using autonomous weapons systems, particularly regarding nuclear weapons and the necessity for meaningful human control in their operation. It directly addresses the risks associated with Artificial Intelligence (AI) in military applications, highlighting concerns around accountability, safety, and international humanitarian law. Therefore, its relevance to Social Impact is extremely high as it concerns the consequences of AI on societal safety and military ethics. Similarly, because the bill emphasizes human oversight and sets forth restrictions on AI operations in warfare, it significantly relates to System Integrity. However, it is less focused on data governance and robustness, which are not central to the arguments or provisions mentioned in the text. Hence, Data Governance does not receive as high a score.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

The text primarily revolves around the deployment and regulation of AI in a highly critical context: nuclear weapons and military strategy. It does not delve into specific applications of AI in broader sectors like politics, healthcare, or employment. However, its implications for military policy and the autonomy of armed forces makes it relevant to broader governmental concerns regarding AI in public services and defense. Therefore, Government Agencies and Public Services is the only category that scores higher. Other sectors such as Politics and Elections, Judicial System, Healthcare, Private Enterprises, Labor and Employment, Academic and Research Institutions, International Cooperation and Standards, Nonprofits and NGOs, and Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified show no significant engagement with AI in the context provided by this bill.


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Description: Reinserts the provisions of the bill as amended by Senate Amendment No. 1 with the following changes. Provides that each disclosing State department or agency (rather than only department) shall execute a single master data use agreement that includes all data sets and is in accordance with the applicable laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the specific data being requested. Provides that the State department or agency may require the names of any authorized users who will access or us...
Summary: The Access to Public Health Data Act facilitates certified local health departments' access to essential public health data for disease prevention and control, ensuring data privacy and security safeguards.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Aug. 4, 2023
Status: Passed
Primary sponsor: Anna Moeller (28 total sponsors)
Last action: Public Act . . . . . . . . . 103-0423 (Aug. 4, 2023)

Category:
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)

The text focuses on public health data and its accessibility while emphasizing data protection, privacy, and specific regulations regarding data sharing between state departments and local health authorities. However, it does not directly address social impacts of AI, such as biases or ethical implications. The lack of AI terminology diminishes the relevance to Social Impact. Similarly, while it outlines governance relating to public health data, the legislation does not delve into the nuances of data management within AI systems, making Data Governance moderately relevant. On the other hand, it does highlight safeguards and risk management concerning data security, aligning with System Integrity, albeit indirectly. Lastly, while it mentions agreements and protocols similar to those used in AI contexts, it does not specify benchmarks or standards applicable to AI, thus scoring lower in Robustness. Overall, while there are elements pertinent to governance and integrity, the text does not engage directly with AI in the broader contexts presented by the categories.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

The text primarily addresses public health and the management of health data accessibility, which is closely tied to Government Agencies and Public Services, as it discusses the functions and responsibilities of state health departments and the access to health data by certified local health departments. It does not engage with the use of AI within Political and Electoral processes, nor does it address implications for the Judicial System, Healthcare as a sector in itself beyond data management, Private Enterprises, or Academic Institutions specifically. The text aligns with contexts of data governed by health services but does not explicitly reference AI regulations in those sectors. Given this focus and contextual relevance, Government Agencies and Public Services is rated higher than others.


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Summary: The bill establishes requirements for adjunctive predictive cardiovascular indicators, ensuring clinical validation and accurate interpretation of cardiovascular data to improve patient outcomes without independently directing therapy.
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
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The text discusses the FDA regulations concerning adjunctive predictive cardiovascular devices that utilize software algorithms to analyze cardiovascular vital signs. This directly touches upon Data Governance through its emphasis on the secure and accurate management of data used in these AI-driven devices, ensuring data quality, and patient representation. It also pertains to System Integrity due to the specifications regarding the validation and verification of algorithms, ensuring transparency and control over device outputs. Moreover, the need for clinical data assessments regarding user interpretation and effectiveness connects this text to aspects of Social Impact, as it involves risks to patient health and the potential for misinterpretation. Robustness is relevant as the document emphasizes benchmarks such as sensitivity and specificity for the algorithms. Hence, the text is relevant to all four categories, with stronger connections to Data Governance and System Integrity due to the focus on data management and algorithm validation. Overall, this will influence the establishment of standards and regulations that govern AI in medical devices.


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

The text primarily addresses regulations for medical devices that utilize AI technology, with significant implications for the healthcare sector. The discussion around algorithmic predictions and clinical data assessments directly aligns the text with Healthcare. The risk of misinterpretation and the requirement for thorough verification and validation also relate to the need for quality assurance in health-related applications of AI. While there are related aspects for private enterprises and international cooperation, the primary focus remains on healthcare applications, emphasizing how AI interfaces with patient data and the healthcare system. Thus, other sectors are relevant only tangentially compared to Healthcare.


Keywords (occurrence): algorithm (6) show keywords in context

Description: Creates the Artificial Intelligence Consent Act. Provides that if a person creates an image or video that uses artificial intelligence to mimic or replicate another person's voice or likeness in a manner that would otherwise deceive an average viewer, and displays the content for public viewing, the creator must provide a disclosure on the bottom of the image or video that the image or video is not authentic and does not reflect the original voice or likeness of the person being depicted, unl...
Summary: The AI Consent Act mandates that creators disclose when AI-generated content mimics a person's voice or likeness without consent, allowing individuals to take legal action for violations.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 17, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Stephanie Kifowit (sole sponsor)
Last action: Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee (March 10, 2023)

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

The text explicitly addresses the implications of AI in creating potentially deceptive content through the reproduction of individuals' voices and likenesses without consent. It highlights consumer protections and legal ramifications, thus engaging deeply with societal impacts, particularly surrounding trust and misinformation caused by AI technologies. For Data Governance, while there is mention of rights and action, the focus on the regulation of AI usage in a consent-based manner constitutes a more indirect relationship. System Integrity is relevant due to the underlying themes of transparency and accountability in the AI systems that produce such content. However, the strong focus remains on the social implications of misinformation and representation. Robustness is less relevant as it primarily focuses on performance metrics rather than the ethical implications of AI-generated content.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)

This legislation is particularly relevant to themes within the domain of Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment. It addresses how businesses might utilize AI technologies in producing media containing individuals' likenesses and voices. Moreover, it also pertains to aspects of Government Agencies and Public Services since public institutions may need to navigate AI implications in the public domain. It appears less relevant for sectors like Healthcare and Academic Institutions as the text doesn't directly address AI applications in these fields.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (4) show keywords in context

Description: A bill to provide for certain authorities of the Department of State, and for other purposes.
Summary: The Department of State Authorization Act of 2023 enhances the Department's authorities, modernizes passport services, improves personnel management, and strengthens cybersecurity and diplomatic operations. It aims to improve efficiency and responsiveness in U.S. foreign affairs.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: June 15, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Robert Menendez (sole sponsor)
Last action: Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 189. (Aug. 22, 2023)

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

The text contains specific references to artificial intelligence in sections discussing the establishment of a Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer within the Department of State and initiatives addressing AI-enabled influence operations. This indicates a direct engagement with the societal impact and regulatory landscape of AI technologies. Therefore, the relevance to the Social Impact category is notably high due to its implications for accountability and the management of AI's societal consequences. The Data Governance is also relevant as it pertains to data-informed diplomacy, especially considering AI's dependence on data quality and governance. System Integrity intersects primarily with the need for oversight and security in deploying AI systems within state functions. Robustness is less emphasized here but is indirectly touched upon through calls for maintaining international standards. Overall, the text is quite relevant to the outlined categories of concern regarding the implications and management of AI systems.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

The legislation has explicit references to political and operational uses of AI in the context of international diplomacy. The mention of AI-enabled influence operations, and the establishment of a Chief AI Officer denote its relevance to the Governance Agencies and Public Services sector. However, it does not mainly deal with judicial, healthcare, academic, or nonprofit concerns, nor does it lay out frameworks for international cooperation explicitly; thus, those sectors receive lower scores. Politics and Elections is slightly relevant given its governance-related implications but is not directly addressed. Overall, the bill captures several aspects of governmental and public service functions related to AI usage.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (21) machine learning (5) show keywords in context

Description: Creates the Second Chance Public Health and Safety Act and amends the Freedom of Information Act, the Civil Administrative Code of Illinois, and the Unified Code of Corrections. Contains declarations and findings. Creates the Department of Returning Resident Affairs and sets forth its powers in relation to returning residents (residents who have been detained, are defendants in criminal prosecutions, are incarcerated, or have been incarcerated) and other matters. Provides that the Department ...
Summary: The bill establishes the Department of Returning Resident Affairs in Illinois, creating the Second Chance Public Health and Safety Act to support individuals re-entering society after incarceration, aiming to reduce recidivism through coordinated assistance and services.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 20, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Robert Peters (15 total sponsors)
Last action: Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Natalie Toro (Oct. 19, 2023)

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text describes a legislative proposal that mainly focuses on creating a support structure for returning residents, directly impacting their social integration and support. However, it does not explicitly address any matters related to artificial intelligence or AI technologies. The text is primarily centered around social welfare, legislative processes, and public safety issues rather than the intersection of AI with these concepts. Thus, the relevance to the categories is evaluated based on the absence of explicit AI references in the text.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Nonprofits and NGOs (see reasoning)

The bill focuses on the management and support of returning residents, primarily relating to public health and safety. It implies interactions with various sectors such as government services and community organizations; however, it lacks explicit references to AI applications or regulatory measures. The text does not pertain to electoral processes, judicial AI applications, or employment practices involving AI. Therefore, the scores reflect a low relevance to the predefined sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): automated (3) show keywords in context

Summary: This bill classifies and establishes regulations for optical camera-based devices that measure vital signs like pulse and heart rates, requiring detailed software specifications, performance testing, and user safety assessments.
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
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The text discusses regulations regarding devices that use software algorithms for the optical measurement of heart and respiratory rates, highlighting the need for validation, verification, and cybersecurity measures. The references to software algorithms for medical measurements indicate a relevance to both the Social Impact and Data Governance categories. The potential implications on patient safety and user error implications lend weight to the Social Impact aspect, while the necessity of data management (accuracy and bias) relates to Data Governance.


Sector:
Healthcare (see reasoning)

The text is primarily focused on healthcare regulations given that the devices discussed relate to medical measurements such as pulse and heart rates. The controls and software requirements, including performance testing and human factors assessments, show a direct application in healthcare settings. Although there are no explicit mentions of other sectors, the specific focus on the medical context of these devices solidifies their classification under Healthcare.


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

Summary: The bill addresses the need for Congress to receive reports from the Office of Inspector General on investigations into the Small Business Administration's programs, particularly regarding fraud and mismanagement during the pandemic. It aims to improve oversight and accountability for taxpayer funds.
Collection: Congressional Hearings
Status date: April 19, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: House of Representatives

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

The text primarily revolves around oversight and investigations of the Small Business Administration (SBA) in relation to pandemic-related funds, focusing on issues of fraud, mismanagement, and the use of data analytics and potentially AI technologies in auditing processes. The portions explicitly referencing AI relate to how the Office of Inspector General (OIG) utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to detect fraudulent activities. Therefore, 'Social Impact' is relevant as it addresses the effects of fraud on society and public trust. 'Data Governance' is also highly relevant, given the emphasis on accurate data management and the accountability for the integrity of data used in programs. 'System Integrity' is very relevant, as the text discusses internal controls and oversight mechanisms necessary to prevent fraud. However, 'Robustness' scores lower because while the text mentions using AI for fraud detection, it does not relate to performance benchmarks or regulatory compliance in a direct manner. Hence, while all categories touch upon AI implications, the strongest connections are with Social Impact, Data Governance, and System Integrity.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system (see reasoning)

The text pertains mostly to the oversight of the Small Business Administration and its programs during the pandemic, highlighting how AI and machine learning are used within government operations to prevent fraud. The relevance to 'Politics and Elections' is low, as there are no specific mentions of electoral processes or political campaigns. 'Government Agencies and Public Services' receives a high score due to the oversight of SBA programs and their implications for public service delivery. 'Judicial System' is of moderate relevance since investigations may influence judicial processes but are not central to the text. 'Healthcare' and 'Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment' score low as there are no direct references to these sectors; however, impacts on small businesses could reflect a broader relevance to employment. 'Academic and Research Institutions', 'International Cooperation and Standards', 'Nonprofits and NGOs', and 'Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified' have little applicability as none of these contexts are addressed in the text.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) machine learning (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill primarily includes various legislative proposals introduced in the House aimed at addressing issues such as border security, food assistance, veterans' affairs, mental health, and data privacy, among others.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: May 2, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)

The selected text primarily mentions a public bill (H.R. 3044) that seeks to provide transparency regarding the use of AI-generated content in political advertisements. Thus, it explicitly relates to the impact of AI on society and individual rights by regulating how AI is used in the political sphere, particularly in the context of misinformation and public trust. Additionally, it touches on issues of data protection, especially in terms of the potential misuse of AI to create misleading content. While the overall text discusses many different bills that do not mention AI, the specific bill relating to AI's use in politics anchors its relevance in terms of social impact.


Sector:
Politics and Elections (see reasoning)

The only specific reference to AI in the text is through H.R. 3044, which addresses AI-generated content in political ads. This is squarely in the realm of politics and elections, making it highly relevant to that sector. The other sectors, such as government agencies, healthcare, and others, do not appear to be directly relevant based on the content of the text, as it does not provide indications or implications related to those sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill establishes guidelines for evaluating risks associated with contacts to certain restricted countries, requiring screening processes for employees and records retention, while allowing reexports of defense articles under specified conditions.
Collection: Code of Federal Regulations
Status date: April 1, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Office of the Federal Register

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text primarily deals with military regulations and the reexport of defense-related articles without mentioning Artificial Intelligence (AI) or its related technologies. The specific topics discussed, such as defense articles, technology security plans, and compliance with the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) guidance, do not inherently connect to AI or its social impact, data governance, system integrity, or robustness except in very ambiguous terms. Therefore, this text does not score relevantly in any of the categories.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The text primarily addresses defense trade controls and the export of defense articles. There is no explicit mention of AI relevant to political processes, public services, or any of the specified sectors. Therefore, it is not pertinent to any of the defined sectors. It simply operates in a regulatory environment concerning classified materials and exports, which does not intersect with AI-related applications.


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Description: To authorize the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to award grants and contracts for projects that use emerging technologies to address threats to water quality, and for other purposes.
Summary: The Water Quality and Environmental Innovation Act authorizes the EPA to grant funding for projects using emerging technologies to improve water quality and address environmental threats.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 8, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Byron Donalds (7 total sponsors)
Last action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Environment, Manufacturing, and Critical Materials. (Feb. 17, 2023)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)

The text explicitly mentions emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, in the context of addressing water quality issues. This shows the relevance of the legislation to the Social Impact category, as it can directly affect communities and environmental strategies through AI applications. In terms of Data Governance, while there are aspects related to the handling of data from projects funded by the grants, the emphasis is on the technologies rather than on data management practices. For System Integrity, there is potential relevance given the need for security and oversight in AI applications, but the text lacks a direct focus on transparency or control standards. The Robustness category does not directly apply here, as the text doesn't specify benchmarks or performance standards for AI. Thus, overall, Social Impact scores highest due to the environmental and societal implications of the legislation.


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

The text does not delve deeply into any one sector but does tentatively touch upon multiple areas. The Government Agencies and Public Services sector is relevant because it refers to projects these technologies could serve under the Environmental Protection Agency. However, this is a high-level mention and does not elaborate on how AI will integrate with federal or state functions or service delivery. Given the specific mention of technologies, it also relates to the Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified sector, indicating its innovative nature, but again lacks detailed specificity. The other sectors (like Healthcare, Judicial, etc.) have less relevance based on the context provided. Overall, the highest score reflects the government services aspect and its implications for public environmental work.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The "Platform Accountability: Gonzalez and Reform" bill aims to reform Section 230 to hold online platforms accountable for harmful content, particularly concerning child safety and abuse, fostering bipartisan consensus for necessary changes.
Collection: Congressional Hearings
Status date: March 8, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Senate

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

The document discusses significant concerns about the implications of AI technologies and algorithms on platforms, focusing on their accountability, especially regarding harmful content directed at minors. The interaction between AI, algorithms, and legislation, such as Section 230 which governs the liability of online platforms, is central to the discussions. This connection makes the Social Impact category extremely relevant since it points to social issues arising from AI-driven content moderation and its effects on vulnerable populations. The concerns regarding accountability and safeguarding children tie directly into this category. Data Governance is also pertinent due to the discussions on the need for aligning AI systems with ethical standards and ensuring they do not perpetuate harm. System Integrity is moderately relevant as the text addresses the need for reforming platform behavior and ensuring responsible use of algorithms, but it doesn't explicitly mandate standards or security measures. Robustness is less relevant, as there is little mention of auditing or benchmarking AI performance, focusing instead on accountability and reform rather than AI system performance metrics.


Sector:
Politics and Elections
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)

The text is primarily concerned with the implications of AI in political discourse, specifically in the context of platform accountability and the protection of minors online, which ties into the broader issue of politics and elections. It discusses the necessity for reform in Section 230, touching upon the regulatory landscape that governs the role of AI-driven algorithms in affecting public users, especially children. While the segments mentioning the Judicial System could hint at legal implications, they are more about the legislative aspects rather than direct regulations. The connection to Government Agencies and Public Services is suggested through mention of law enforcement and accountability measures, but it doesn't dive deep into AI applications in governance. The implications for Private Enterprises are also relevant as they discuss the tech industry's responsibilities and challenges, reflecting how AI impacts the corporate environment. Thus, the most relevant sectors identified are Politics and Elections, Government Agencies and Public Services, and Private Enterprises.


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Summary: The bill convenes a joint meeting of Congress to hear an address from Yoon Suk Yeol, South Korean President, emphasizing the strong U.S.-Korea alliance, democracy, and global cooperation against threats like North Korea.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: April 27, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category: None (see reasoning)

This text primarily consists of a formal address delivered by Yoon Suk Yeol, President of the Republic of Korea, without specific mentions or discussions of AI technologies or their implications. Therefore, it does not address issues regarding the societal impact of AI, data governance, system integrity, or performance robustness of AI systems. Since AI is not explicitly referenced or deeply embedded in the discussions within the text, all categories would score low on relevance.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The text is focused on political relations, alliances, and historical context between South Korea and the United States, with no specific mention or regulation relating to sectors like Politics and Elections, Government Agencies, the Judicial System, Healthcare, Private Enterprises, Academic Institutions, International Cooperation, NGOs, or any emerging sectors. Thus, all sectors score equally low on relevance.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill (H.J. Res. 44) proposes congressional disapproval of an ATF regulation concerning "stabilizing braces" for firearms, which critics argue facilitates firearm concealment and contributes to gun violence.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: June 22, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

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

The text includes various mentions of Artificial Intelligence, primarily through Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's remarks about the potential impacts of AI on society, legislation being developed around it, and the urgency for government involvement in regulating AI technologies to avoid harm. Therefore, the Social Impact category is highly relevant due to the considerations around workforce disruptions, misinformation, and the broader effects AI could have on societal structures. Data Governance is also relevant, as the text discusses the need for safety measures and accountability which could tie back to how data is handled in AI systems. System Integrity is pertinent since there are references to governance and guardrail measures for AI, suggesting oversight and control over AI systems. Robustness is of moderate relevance due to the implications of creating new benchmarks and standards mentioned in the context of AI legislation, although the specifics of performance measurement are not elaborated. Thus, the highest scores align particularly with Social Impact and Data Governance, followed by System Integrity.


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

The text discusses AI within a legislative context, specifically from the standpoint of its societal implications. While it touches on some intricacies of government and legislative procedures which could indicate relevance to Government Agencies and Public Services, it primarily represents a legislative framework that does not directly address those agencies or their operations. The commentary on AI's effects on political processes hints at relevance to Politics and Elections, but the document does not explicitly discuss AI in electoral contexts. Therefore, the most fitting sector is Government Agencies and Public Services due to its potential influence on public service operations through AI regulation, and there is moderate relevance to Politics and Elections as well. Overall, the emphasis on broad societal changes suggests that this text is not confined to a single sector but can touch on multiple areas of public life influenced by AI policy developments.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1)

Summary: The Lower Energy Costs Act aims to reduce energy expenses by increasing American energy production, streamlining regulations, and enhancing infrastructure, while promoting transparency and critical minerals processing to bolster national security.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: March 29, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text predominantly focuses on the Lower Energy Costs Act and its implications on energy production, regulation, and economic factors. While there are discussions about innovation and technology, there is no explicit mention or direct reference to artificial intelligence, algorithms, or related concepts. Thus, the legislation does not seem to address issues pertinent to AI, which diminishes the relevance to the categories listed.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The text discusses energy policy and its implications for the economy and environmental regulations, but does not directly address or regulate the application of AI in any sector. There are no references to AI's use in politics, healthcare, public services, or any other defined sector. Therefore, the relevance of the sectors outlined is very low.


Keywords (occurrence): machine learning (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill clarifies that convictions for kidnapping or sexual abuse render individuals inadmissible and deportable under U.S. immigration law, enhancing public safety by targeting serious criminal offenses.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: March 9, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text discusses multiple bills but does not explicitly focus on areas pertaining to AI legislation. Although S. 734 mentions 'artificial intelligence' as a definition, the primary focus is on legislation related to precision agriculture and improvements in agricultural practices rather than AI-regulated systems. Hence, the relevance to AI categories is limited and does not trigger significant implications for social impact, data governance, system integrity, or robustness. There is no indication that AI systems or their governance are being central concerns in the proposed bills, leading to low relevance in these categories.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The primary focus of the text is on agricultural legislation, particularly regarding precision agriculture and the relevant standards, with some mention of connectivity and data management but very little about any specific sector such as politics, healthcare, or judicial systems. As such, the other sectors mentioned do not have significant relevance either, keeping the scores low due to lack of direct engagement with the subjects defined within those sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (2) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill celebrates Israel's 75th anniversary, reaffirming U.S. support for Israel through defense collaboration and promoting democratic values and regional stability amidst ongoing threats, particularly from Iran.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: May 9, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category:
Societal Impact
System Integrity (see reasoning)

The text primarily celebrates the strong diplomatic and military relations between the U.S. and Israel, focusing on security concerns and historical achievements. The key terms related to AI appear when discussing the 'U.S.-Israel Future of Warfare Act of 2023,' which indicates a legislative interest in AI technologies for defense and cybersecurity. These AI technologies can significantly influence security strategies, making the text relevant to system integrity and social impact. However, the focus on AI is limited and does not deeply explore the broader social implications of AI systems. Therefore, while there is relevance, it is also narrow.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
International Cooperation and Standards
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

The text is largely focused on governmental policy regarding foreign relations and defense. There are implications on cybersecurity and defense technologies in partnership with Israel, which could impact government operations (government agencies and public services) and private enterprise sectors in technology. There is minimal direct reference to other sectors such as healthcare or academic institutions. The focus remains primarily on political and defense collaboration, making it slightly relevant across other sectors but primarily relevant to government agencies and public services.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill outlines the Senate and House committee schedules, detailing nominations, hearings, and discussions on various legislative matters, including budget appropriations and health care initiatives for the week of June 13-16, 2023.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: June 12, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category:
Societal Impact (see reasoning)

The text discusses various upcoming Senate and House committee meetings and legislative actions. The only explicit mention of AI appears in the context of a Subcommittee on Human Rights and the Law hearing focused on 'artificial intelligence and human rights'. This suggests a discussion related to the social implications of AI, which falls under the Social Impact category. However, there are no explicit mentions of data governance, system integrity, or robustness in relation to AI. Thus, while there is relevance to the Social Impact category, the other categories don't seem applicable based on the content provided.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system (see reasoning)

The text primarily outlines committee meetings and legislative activities without specifying particular sectors that are directly impacted by AI. However, the mention of 'artificial intelligence and human rights' implies relevance to the sectors of Government Agencies and Public Services and the Judicial System as they may involve regulatory and rights-based considerations regarding the use of AI. The other sectors more clearly outlined in the text (like Healthcare or International Cooperation) do not receive explicit mention in relation to AI. Therefore, the score for Government Agencies and Public Services aligns with the mentioned AI focus. Other sectors do not show any significant relevance.


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

Summary: Numerous public bills were introduced, including H.R. 530 to allow livestock auction owners to invest in small meatpacking businesses, and H.R. 561 to ensure affordable abortion coverage.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: Jan. 26, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category: None (see reasoning)

The provided text does not contain any references to AI or related concepts. It consists primarily of a list of public bills and resolutions introduced in the U.S. Congress, with no discussion about the impact of AI on society, data governance, system integrity, or robustness in the legislative context. Without any mention of AI-related terms, all categories lack relevance.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

Similar to the category analysis, the text does not discuss any issues or legislative actions related to the sectors defined. There are no references to politics and elections involving AI, government agencies and public services utilizing AI, AI in the judicial system, healthcare applications, business regulations, academic impact, international cooperation, nonprofit applications, or any emerging sectors. Therefore, every sector receives a score of 1.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) show keywords in context

Summary: The bill addresses the rising epidemic of loneliness in America, calling for a national strategy to promote social connection and community engagement, and to address related health and societal issues.
Collection: Congressional Record
Status date: June 21, 2023
Status: Issued
Source: Congress

Category:
Societal Impact (see reasoning)

The text discusses the emotional and social impact of loneliness and mentions the consequences of technology, particularly social media and potentially AI systems, on social connections and mental health. While it touches on the role of technology in contributing to loneliness, the main focus is not directly on legislation that addresses these issues through an AI lens.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Nonprofits and NGOs (see reasoning)

The text primarily focuses on the general societal issue of loneliness and how it affects various demographics rather than specifically addressing AI applications or its regulation within specific sectors. While it mentions technology, there is no explicit categorization under any specific sector as the discussion is more focused on social relationships than on legal or policy implications across various domains.


Keywords (occurrence): machine learning (1) show keywords in context
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