Bills · S 1633
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1633Science, Technology, Communications
TEST AI Act of 2025
INTRO MAY 7· LAST ACTION MAY 7
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because it addresses a growing need to ensure that the artificial intelligence systems increasingly used by our government are reliable, secure, and fair. Without clear testing standards, AI could fail in critical government functions, make biased decisions, or be vulnerable to security threats, potentially harming citizens or compromising national security. By establishing a framework for evaluating AI, this bill aims to build public trust in government AI, promote responsible innovation, and prevent potential negative impacts. If this bill doesn't become law, the development of AI testing standards for federal use might remain fragmented or delayed, leaving a critical gap in oversight and quality assurance for government AI applications.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Director of NIST to establish a pilot program for developing measurement standards to evaluate AI systems used by federal agencies, utilizing specialized testbeds.
This creates a structured approach to ensure AI used by the government is reliable, secure, and fair.
PROVISION 02
Mandates a Memorandum of Understanding between the Secretaries of Commerce and Energy to facilitate NIST's access to Department of Energy resources for the pilot program.
This ensures the pilot program has the necessary resources and inter-agency cooperation to succeed.
PROVISION 03
Establishes an Artificial Intelligence Testing Working Group, comprising government, private sector, and academic experts, to advise on measurement standards.
This brings together diverse expertise to develop comprehensive and effective AI testing strategies.
PROVISION 04
Prohibits citizens from 'covered foreign countries' (China, Russia, North Korea, Iran) from serving on the Artificial Intelligence Testing Working Group.
This aims to protect the integrity and security of the standard-setting process from potential foreign influence.
PROVISION 05
Requires the Working Group to develop and publicly publish a strategy for AI measurement standards within one year of its establishment.
This ensures transparency and provides a clear roadmap for the development of AI testing standards for all stakeholders.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 4
D· New Mexico
YRS IN OFFICE
17
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86
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ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 7
Introduced in Senate
MAY 7
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1633
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 7, 2025
Last actionMay 7, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 7, 2025
Senate BillS 1633Science, Technology, Communications
TEST AI Act of 2025
INTRODUCED MAY 7, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 7, 2025
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READING
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COSPONSORS
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