Bills · S 1699
IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS
Senate BillS 1699Science, Technology, Communications
Artificial Intelligence Public Awareness and Education Campaign Act
INTRO MAY 8· LAST ACTION MAY 8
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WHAT THE BILL DOES
AI-writtenThis bill matters because artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming a part of nearly every aspect of daily life, from smartphone features to online shopping recommendations and even healthcare. Many people don't fully understand what AI is, how it works, or its potential implications. If this bill becomes law, it would create a centralized effort to inform the public, helping them navigate a complex technological landscape.
Without such a campaign, individuals might remain unaware of how AI impacts their privacy, makes decisions that affect them, or creates new avenues for fraud and misinformation. The bill aims to empower people to make more informed choices, recognize AI-generated content, and protect themselves against scams, potentially leading to greater trust in AI technologies while also fostering a more critical understanding of their limitations and risks.
KEY PROVISIONS
5AI-extractedPROVISION 01
Requires the Secretary of Commerce to establish a public awareness, education, and consumer literacy campaign focused on artificial intelligence.
This provision initiates a nationwide effort to inform and educate the public about AI's presence and impact in their lives.
PROVISION 02
Mandates that the campaign provide information on AI's prevalence, capabilities, limitations, and risks, and promote 'AI consumer literacy'.
This ensures the campaign covers key aspects necessary for the public to understand and safely interact with AI technologies.
PROVISION 03
Requires the campaign to identify and promote best practices for detecting AI-generated digital media, such as 'deepfakes' and 'chatbots'.
This directly addresses concerns about misinformation and deceptive content created by AI.
PROVISION 04
Directs targeted outreach to populations particularly vulnerable to AI-enabled fraudulent activity, including senior citizens, to inform them about scams.
This aims to protect specific groups who may be more susceptible to sophisticated AI-powered scams.
PROVISION 05
Requires annual updates to campaign materials and key performance indicators to reflect new innovations and consumer concerns.
This ensures the educational content remains relevant and effective as AI technology rapidly evolves.
SPONSORSHIP
1 + 5
R· Indiana
YRS IN OFFICE
15
BILLS LED
64
COSPONSOR BREAKDOWNBIPARTISAN · 80%
DEM 3 REP 2 IND 0
ACTION TIMELINE
2 EVENTSMAY 8
Introduced in Senate
MAY 8
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
BILL INFO
TypeSenate Bill
NumberS 1699
Congress119th
StatusIn Committee
IntroducedMay 8, 2025
Last actionMay 8, 2025
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IN COMMITTEE· 119TH CONGRESS · COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE · INTRODUCED MAY 8, 2025
Senate BillS 1699Science, Technology, Communications
Artificial Intelligence Public Awareness and Education Campaign Act
INTRODUCED MAY 8, 2025· LAST ACTION MAY 8, 2025
PASSAGE CHANCES
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READING
8 min
COSPONSORS
5
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