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Preparing Election Administrators for AI Act

6/4/2024, 10:56 AM

Summary of Bill S 3897

Bill 118 s 3897, also known as the Preparing Election Administrators for AI Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to provide training and resources for election administrators to better understand and utilize artificial intelligence (AI) technology in the electoral process.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including the establishment of a grant program to fund training programs for election administrators on how to effectively implement AI technology in their work. These programs would cover topics such as data analysis, cybersecurity, and the ethical use of AI in elections.

Additionally, the bill calls for the creation of a task force to study the impact of AI on election administration and make recommendations for best practices. This task force would be composed of experts in AI technology, election administration, and cybersecurity. Overall, the Preparing Election Administrators for AI Act aims to ensure that election officials have the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively leverage AI technology in the electoral process. By providing training and resources, this bill seeks to improve the efficiency, accuracy, and security of elections in the United States.

Current Status of Bill S 3897

Bill S 3897 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 11, 2024. Bill S 3897 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on March 11, 2024.  Bill S 3897's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 390. as of May 15, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 3897

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
4
Democrat Cosponsors
2
Republican Cosponsors
2
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 3897

Primary Policy Focus

Government Operations and Politics

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 3897

Preparing Election Administrators for AI Act
Preparing Election Administrators for AI Act
Preparing Election Administrators for AI Act
A bill to require the Election Assistance Commission to develop voluntary guidelines for the administration of elections that address the use and risks of artificial intelligence technologies, and for other purposes.
A bill to require the Election Assistance Commission to develop voluntary guidelines for the administration of elections that address the use and risks of artificial intelligence technologies, and for other purposes.

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