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VET Artificial Intelligence Act

1/14/2025, 6:51 PM

Summary of Bill S 4769

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.

Current Status of Bill S 4769

Bill S 4769 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 24, 2024. Bill S 4769 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on July 24, 2024.  Bill S 4769's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 727. as of December 18, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 4769

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

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 4769

Primary Policy Focus

Science, Technology, Communications

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 4769

VET Artificial Intelligence Act
VET Artificial Intelligence Act
Validation and Evaluation for Trustworthy (VET) Artificial Intelligence Act
A 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.

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Judith Shannon

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1 year ago

What does this mean for me?