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Federal AI Governance and Transparency Act of 2024

Original title: Federal A.I. Governance and Transparency Act of 2024

December 18, 2024

Artificial IntelligenceGovernment TransparencyData PrivacyFederal OversightTechnology Policy

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The Frame

What this does

If passed, this bill would require federal agencies to publicly disclose how they use AI in decision-making processes that affect individuals, providing a formal mechanism for citizens to appeal decisions made or assisted by AI systems.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

Federal Agencies

Must implement new governance charters, update appeals processes, and undergo biennial audits of their AI systems.

Federal Contractors

Must provide specific information regarding AI systems they build or operate for the government as part of their contractual obligations.

Individuals impacted by agency AI decisions

Gain rights to notification and independent appeal processes when AI systems are used in agency determinations.

What changed

Last recorded activity December 18, 2024.

What's next

Introduced.

Summary

This bill establishes new rules for how federal agencies design, use, and manage artificial intelligence (AI) systems to ensure they are transparent, accountable, and protective of civil rights. It requires agencies to create public 'governance charters' for their AI systems and mandates independent audits by agency Inspectors General.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will I know if a government agency is using AI to make a decision about me?
Yes. The bill requires agencies to establish a notification process for individuals impacted by determinations made or significantly informed by an AI system.
Can I challenge a decision made by an AI system?
The bill mandates that agencies review and modify their appeals processes to provide individuals the opportunity for an independent review that is not solely reliant on the AI system.
Where can I see what AI systems the government is using?
The bill creates a 'Federal AI System Inventory,' a public online interface where agencies must publish their s.

Why It Matters

If passed, this bill would require federal agencies to publicly disclose how they use AI in decision-making processes that affect individuals, providing a formal mechanism for citizens to appeal decisions made or assisted by AI systems.

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Discoveries

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Consolidation of AI Oversight

The bill repeals previous AI-related provisions from the Advancing American AI Act and the AI in Government Act of 2020, signaling a move toward a unified, centralized governance structure under the OMB.

Office of Management and BudgetAdvancing American AI Act

Connected Entities

personMr. Comer“Member of the House of Representatives sponsoring the bill.”Map →
organizationCommittee on Oversight and Accountability“The committee to which the bill was referred.”Map →
personHiggins of Louisiana“Member of the House of Representatives sponsoring the bill.”Map →
person Khanna“Member of the House of Representatives sponsoring the bill.”Map →
personConnolly“Member of the House of Representatives sponsoring the bill.”Map →
personRaskin“Member of the House of Representatives sponsoring the bill.”Map →
personMace“Member of the House of Representatives sponsoring the bill.”Map →
personOcasio-Cortez“Member of the House of Representatives sponsoring the bill.”Map →
personLangworthy“Member of the House of Representatives sponsoring the bill.”Map →

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  • Controversy20
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