VET Artificial Intelligence Act

12/24/2024, 12:08 AM
Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 727.
Bill 118 s 4769, also known as the VET Artificial Intelligence Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in various industries, particularly in the field of veterinary medicine.

The VET Artificial Intelligence Act aims to establish a task force that will be responsible for studying the impact of AI on veterinary practices and animal health. This task force will be composed of experts in the fields of veterinary medicine, AI technology, and animal welfare.

The bill also seeks to promote the responsible and ethical use of AI in veterinary medicine by developing guidelines and best practices for the use of AI tools in diagnosing and treating animals. Additionally, the legislation aims to ensure that AI technologies used in veterinary practices are safe, accurate, and reliable. Furthermore, the VET Artificial Intelligence Act includes provisions for funding research and development in the field of AI for veterinary medicine, as well as for training veterinarians and other professionals on how to effectively utilize AI tools in their practices. Overall, the VET Artificial Intelligence Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the opportunities and challenges presented by the use of AI in veterinary medicine. By establishing guidelines, promoting research, and providing training, this bill aims to ensure that AI technologies are used responsibly and effectively in the care of animals.
Congress
118

Number
S - 4769

Introduced on
2024-07-24

# Amendments
0

Sponsors
+5

Cosponsors
+5

Variations and Revisions

7/24/2024

Status of Legislation

Bill Introduced
Introduced to House
House to Vote
Introduced to Senate
Senate to Vote

Purpose and Summary

Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 727.
Bill 118 s 4769, also known as the VET Artificial Intelligence Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to address the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in various industries, particularly in the field of veterinary medicine.

The VET Artificial Intelligence Act aims to establish a task force that will be responsible for studying the impact of AI on veterinary practices and animal health. This task force will be composed of experts in the fields of veterinary medicine, AI technology, and animal welfare.

The bill also seeks to promote the responsible and ethical use of AI in veterinary medicine by developing guidelines and best practices for the use of AI tools in diagnosing and treating animals. Additionally, the legislation aims to ensure that AI technologies used in veterinary practices are safe, accurate, and reliable. Furthermore, the VET Artificial Intelligence Act includes provisions for funding research and development in the field of AI for veterinary medicine, as well as for training veterinarians and other professionals on how to effectively utilize AI tools in their practices. Overall, the VET Artificial Intelligence Act is a comprehensive piece of legislation that seeks to address the opportunities and challenges presented by the use of AI in veterinary medicine. By establishing guidelines, promoting research, and providing training, this bill aims to ensure that AI technologies are used responsibly and effectively in the care of animals.
Alternative Names
Official Title as IntroducedA bill to require the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop voluntary guidelines and specifications for internal and external assurances of artificial intelligence systems, and for other purposes.

Policy Areas
Science, Technology, Communications

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Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 727.