Bills · HR 3210
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
House BillHR 3210Science, Technology, Communications
Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Inclusion Act
INTRO MAY 6· LAST ACTION MAY 6
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenVoters should care about this bill because artificial intelligence is rapidly changing jobs, industries, and daily life, and many people feel unprepared for its impact. If this bill becomes law, it could help democratize access to vital AI knowledge, ensuring that understanding isn't limited to tech experts but is available to everyday citizens, particularly those who might otherwise be left behind. This could empower individuals to navigate an AI-driven world more effectively, make informed decisions, and potentially access new job opportunities that require AI familiarity.
Without this bill, the gap between those who understand AI and those who don't could widen, potentially exacerbating existing inequalities and leaving many vulnerable to the disruptive changes AI brings. By fostering a more AI-literate populace, the bill aims to strengthen the U.S.'s overall competitiveness, innovation, and national security in the global AI landscape, ensuring a broader base of talent and understanding across the country.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
The National Science Foundation (NSF) may provide awards to eligible entities, like nonprofits and schools, to develop and implement local AI literacy programs.
This directs federal funding to support community-level education and understanding of AI across the country.
PROVISION 02
AI literacy programs funded by these awards must prioritize reaching marginalized communities, including communities of color, low-income populations, rural areas, senior citizens, and people with disabilities.
This ensures that efforts to educate the public about AI are inclusive and address potential equity gaps in technological understanding.
PROVISION 03
Federal agencies, including the Departments of Labor, Commerce, and Education, as well as the Small Business Administration, must report to Congress on how they can advance AI literacy.
This promotes a coordinated, government-wide strategy to integrate AI education into various sectors like workforce development, business, and K-12 schooling.
PROVISION 04
Award recipients must develop curricula and educational materials covering AI basics, applications, ethical considerations, and societal impacts.
This ensures that educational programs provide a comprehensive understanding of AI beyond just technical aspects.
PROVISION 05
Federal agencies must identify existing grant programs that could be changed to include AI literacy as an eligible use of funds.
This leverages existing government resources to expand AI education without necessarily creating new funding streams.
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 6
Introduced in House
MAY 6
Referred to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, and in addition to the Committees on Education and Workforce, Small Business, and Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
BILL INFO
TypeHouse Bill
NumberHR 3210
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 6, 2025
Last actionMay 6, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · SCIENCE, SPACE, AND TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 6, 2025
House BillHR 3210Science, Technology, Communications
Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Inclusion Act
INTRODUCED MAY 6, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 6, 2025
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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