Federal AI Developments: Leader Schumer Unveils AI Legislative Framework, Reintroduction Of AI For National Security Act And FTC Interest

On Thursday, April 13, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) announced his work with stakeholders on a new legislative framework to regulate artificial intelligence (AI), combined with bolstered oversight efforts. The Majority Leader has engaged industry experts in recent months to solicit feedback on the proposal, and the effort comes as lawmakers grow increasingly concerned about the Chinese government's recent release of its own approach to AI regulation.

The effort, expected to span across multiple congressional committees, is centered on four guardrails: "Who," "Where," "How" and "Protect." The first three guardrails aim to "inform users, give the government the data needed to properly regulate AI technology, and reduce potential harm," while the final guardrail "will focus on aligning these systems with American values and ensuring that AI developers deliver on their promise to create a better world."