Generative AI Terrorism Risk Assessment Act

3/19/2025, 3:08 AM

Summary of Bill HR 1736

Bill 119 hr 1736, also known as the "Generative Artificial Intelligence Threat Assessment Act," aims to address the growing concern of terrorism threats posed by terrorist organizations utilizing generative artificial intelligence applications. The bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct annual assessments on these threats to the United States.

The assessments will focus on how terrorist organizations are using generative artificial intelligence applications to plan and carry out attacks. This includes analyzing how these applications are being used to create fake identities, spread propaganda, and coordinate attacks. The goal of these assessments is to better understand the capabilities and intentions of terrorist organizations using this technology.

In addition to the annual assessments, the bill also requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop strategies to counter the threats posed by generative artificial intelligence applications. This includes working with other government agencies, international partners, and private sector organizations to develop and implement effective countermeasures. Overall, the Generative Artificial Intelligence Threat Assessment Act is aimed at enhancing the United States' ability to combat terrorism threats that utilize advanced technology. By conducting regular assessments and developing strategies to counter these threats, the bill seeks to protect the country from potential attacks orchestrated by terrorist organizations using generative artificial intelligence applications.

Current Status of Bill HR 1736

Bill HR 1736 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 27, 2025. Bill HR 1736 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on February 27, 2025.  Bill HR 1736's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security. as of February 27, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 1736

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 1736

Primary Policy Focus


Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 1736

To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct annual assessments on terrorism threats to the United States posed by terrorist organizations utilizing generative artificial intelligence applications, and for other purposes.To require the Secretary of Homeland Security to conduct annual assessments on terrorism threats to the United States posed by terrorist organizations utilizing generative artificial intelligence applications, and for other purposes.
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