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Block Nuclear Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023

1/10/2024, 2:00 PM

Summary of Bill S 1394

Bill 118 s 1394, also known as the Block Nuclear Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of preventing the use of nuclear weapons by autonomous artificial intelligence systems.

The bill seeks to address concerns about the potential dangers of allowing AI systems to have the capability to launch nuclear weapons without human intervention. It proposes a ban on the development, deployment, or use of any AI system that has the ability to initiate a nuclear launch without human authorization.

Furthermore, the bill outlines strict guidelines for the testing and monitoring of AI systems that are used in conjunction with nuclear weapons. It requires regular audits and assessments to ensure that these systems are not capable of acting independently in launching a nuclear attack. Additionally, the legislation calls for increased transparency and accountability in the development and use of AI systems in the context of nuclear weapons. It mandates that any AI system used in this capacity must be clearly identified and subject to oversight by appropriate government agencies. Overall, the Block Nuclear Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023 aims to mitigate the risks associated with the use of AI in nuclear warfare and to ensure that human decision-making remains central to the use of these powerful weapons.

Congressional Summary of S 1394

Block Nuclear Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023

This bill prohibits the use of federal funds for an autonomous weapons system that is not subject to meaningful human control to launch a nuclear weapon or to select or engage targets for the purposes of launching a nuclear weapon. With respect to an autonomous weapons system, meaningful human control means human control of the (1) selection and engagement of targets: and (2) time, location, and manner of use.

Current Status of Bill S 1394

Bill S 1394 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 1, 2023. Bill S 1394 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on May 1, 2023.  Bill S 1394's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Armed Services. as of May 1, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1394

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
6
Democrat Cosponsors
4
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
2

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1394

Primary Policy Focus

Armed Forces and National Security

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1394

Block Nuclear Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023
Block Nuclear Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act of 2023
A bill to prohibit the use of Federal funds to launch a nuclear weapon using an autonomous weapons system that is not subject to meaningful human control, and for other purposes.

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