{"id":2074992,"date":"2023-10-21T10:22:01","date_gmt":"2023-10-21T14:22:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/us-must-lead-on-ai-while-staying-ahead-of-risks-congressmen-say\/"},"modified":"2023-10-21T10:27:02","modified_gmt":"2023-10-21T14:27:02","slug":"us-must-lead-on-ai-while-staying-ahead-of-risks-congressmen-say","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/us-must-lead-on-ai-while-staying-ahead-of-risks-congressmen-say\/","title":{"rendered":"Congressmen emphasize the need for US leadership in AI while staying vigilant against potential risks."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">30<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fus-must-lead-on-ai-while-staying-ahead-of-risks-congressmen-say%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2074992&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><blockquote>\n<p>The rapid \u2064development of artificial intelligence (AI) has world leaders questioning how to harness its potential for good while minimizing harm to \u200csociety.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div class=\"my-5\">\n<p>Representatives Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) and Ken Buck (R-Colo.) are \u2063optimistic about achieving this balance. In the first episode of &#8220;Civil Discourse,&#8221; a \u200djoint production of The Epoch Times and NTD News, they discussed their bipartisan efforts to leverage AI for societal benefit.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;We both believe that AI has helped society and will continue\u200c to do\u200d so,&#8221; Mr.\u200d Lieu emphasized during the interview.<\/p>\n<div class=\"shortcode\">\n<div class=\"border-comp-divider mb-4 mr-4 w-full max-w-[500px] border px-5 py-4 text-[16px] leading-[20px] text-[#262626] md:float-left\" id=\"in_article_related_stories\">\n<h2 class=\"mb-3 font-sans text-[16px] font-semibold uppercase leading-[19px] text-[#2F2F2F]\">Related \u200dStories<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mb-4 flex gap-2\">\n<div class=\"grow\">\n<div class=\"mb-1 line-clamp-4 sm:line-clamp-3\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/epochtv\/sounding-the-alarm-on-ai-a-conversation-across-the-political-divide-civil-discourse-5513425?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-sm sm:text-base\">Sounding the\u200d Alarm on \u200bAI:\u2063 A Conversation Across the\u2064 Political Divide | Civil Discourse<\/h3>\n<p><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-comp-caption text-[14px] leading-[18px]\">10\/19\/2023<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shrink-0 basis-[70px] sm:basis-[120px]\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/epochtv\/sounding-the-alarm-on-ai-a-conversation-across-the-political-divide-civil-discourse-5513425?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\">\n<picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" https:><\/source><source type=\"image\/*\" https:><\/source>\n<\/picture>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mb-4 flex gap-2\">\n<div class=\"grow\">\n<div class=\"mb-1 line-clamp-4 sm:line-clamp-3\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/opinion\/ai-could-make-americas-gambling-crisis-many-times-worse-5513349?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\"><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"text-sm sm:text-base\">AI Could Make America\u2019s Gambling Crisis Many Times Worse<\/h3>\n<p><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"text-comp-caption text-[14px] leading-[18px]\">10\/20\/2023<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shrink-0 basis-[70px] sm:basis-[120px]\">\n<a href=\"http:\/\/www.theepochtimes.com\/opinion\/ai-could-make-americas-gambling-crisis-many-times-worse-5513349?ea_src=author_manual&#038;ea_med=related_stories\">\n<picture><source type=\"image\/webp\" https:><\/source><source type=\"image\/*\" https:><\/source>\n<\/picture>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;We want America to lead in artificial intelligence,&#8221; he added. \u2063&#8221;However,\u2063 we also want to mitigate any significant risks that could harm people.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-5\">\n<p>To address these concerns, the\u2063 lawmakers have collaborated\u200b on two bills focused on \u200bAI regulation and responsible usage. The first is the <a href=\"https:\/\/lieu.house.gov\/sites\/evo-subsites\/lieu.house.gov\/files\/evo-media-document\/national-ai-commission-bill.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National \u200cAI Commission Act<\/a>, which proposes the establishment of a bipartisan panel of experts to assess AI risks and make regulatory recommendations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;Our aim is to provide specific regulatory guidance \u2062while maintaining a light touch from Congress,&#8221; Mr. Buck explained.<\/p>\n<div class=\"shortcode post-related-videos\">\n<div class=\"lazyload-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"lazyload-placeholder\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;We want to encourage AI innovation without stifling it,&#8221; he continued. &#8220;As a country, \u200bwe are \u200dat the forefront of\u2064 this technology.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-5\">\n<p>In September, prominent \u2064tech experts gathered on Capitol\u2062 Hill for an AI Insight Forum hosted by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.). The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/us-must-lead-on-ai-while-staying-ahead-of-risks-congressmen-say\/\" title=\"Congressmen emphasize the need for US leadership in AI while staying vigilant against potential risks.\">closed-door summit\u200c aimed<\/a> to inform lawmakers\u200d about AI regulation, \u2063but progress in terms of policy was limited.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"my-5\">\n<p>Mr. Lieu expressed the need for a more transparent process, stating, &#8220;While closed-door\u2062 hearings are \u200dvaluable, the American\u200d public deserves to know what is being discussed.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>&#8220;That&#8217;s why we believe the commission bill is crucial\u2014it ensures full transparency,&#8221; he added.<\/p>\n<p>Some tech \u200dleaders, including Tesla CEO Elon Musk, have suggested the creation of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/four-leading-ai-companies-form-self-governing-regulatory-agency\/\" title=\"Four top AI firms create self-governing regulatory body.\">federal agency dedicated<\/a> to AI oversight. However, \u200dMr. Buck expressed reservations, cautioning that such an agency could be influenced by tech companies and \u200cother AI-dependent organizations.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;They want to create something new that they can control,&#8221; he\u2063 argued.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-5\">\n<p>Mr. Lieu, on the other hand, remained open \u200bto \u2064various\u200b regulatory approaches. His primary\u200c concern was equipping regulators with the necessary knowledge and expertise to address evolving \u2062AI\u2062 risks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>Risks and\u2062 Concerns<\/strong><\/h2>\n<div class=\"my-5\">\n<p>One of the most significant concerns surrounding AI is its potential for destruction,\u2064 particularly in areas where human judgment \u200dis critical.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>This is especially \u200dcrucial during wartime, \u200cas \u200dMr. Lieu\u200b emphasized, &#8220;We\u2062 must never allow AI to autonomously launch weapons. A single error could lead \u200bto devastating consequences.&#8221;<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-5\">\n<p>With this in mind, the congressmen collaborated on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.markey.senate.gov\/imo\/media\/doc\/block_nuclear_launch_by_autonomous_ai_act_-_042623pdf.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Block Nuclear \u2063Launch by Autonomous Artificial Intelligence Act<\/a>. The bill asserts that the decision to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/democrats-call-on-biden-to-relinquish-sole-authority-over-nuclear-strikes\/\" title=\"Democrats Call On Biden To Relinquish Sole Authority Over Nuclear Strikes\">launch nuclear weapons<\/a> should not be made by AI and prohibits the use \u2062of federal funds for autonomous \u200dweapons systems lacking &#8220;meaningful human control.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Mr. Buck proposed extending this policy to non-nuclear weapons as well, highlighting the unpredictability of AI in initiating\u200c conflicts.<\/p>\n<p>The congressmen also stressed the need to address other AI risks, such as deep-fakes and potential misuse by malicious \u2064actors.<\/p>\n<p>Regarding the latter, Mr. Buck emphasized the importance of the United States leading in AI\u2064 to prevent nations like\u200d China from exploiting the technology.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Given China&#8217;s cybercrimes and targeting \u200cof the\u200b United States, it&#8217;s crucial that we outpace them in AI development,&#8221; he asserted. &#8220;We need an AI system to counter their hacking attempts and protect Americans.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Despite the risks, both congressmen expressed confidence in the potential of AI for societal advancement.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;While there \u2064are fears,\u200c we must not let\u2063 them hinder us from harnessing this remarkable technology,&#8221; Mr. Buck concluded.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How can an independent agency provide the necessary expertise and oversight to effectively \u200cregulate AI?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  S open to the idea, noting that an independent agency could provide the necessary expertise and\u200d oversight to regulate AI effectively.<\/p>\n<p>The second bill \u2063introduced \u200cby Lieu and Buck is the Artificial Intelligence\u2062 in Government Act. This bill\u2062 focuses on promoting the responsible and ethical use of AI within\u200b the federal government.\u200d It would establish an \u2062AI\u200d Center of Excellence within the \u2062General\u200b Services Administration to support\u2064 and\u200c coordinate AI\u2063 initiatives across government agencies.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We want to ensure \u200dthat the federal government is using AI ethically and responsibly,&#8221;\u200b Mr. Lieu stated. &#8220;This bill will help provide the necessary guidance and infrastructure to achieve that.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The bipartisan efforts of Lieu and Buck\u200c highlight the recognition of\u200b the\u2063 potential of AI while acknowledging the importance of mitigating its risks. By proposing \u2064legislation for the\u200b regulation and responsible use\u200b of AI, they aim to\u2063 strike a balance that\u2064 allows for innovation and societal benefit without compromising safety and privacy.<\/p>\n<p>As the\u2062 development of AI\u200d continues at a rapid pace, it is crucial for lawmakers and \u2064policymakers\u2062 to proactively address\u200b its potential\u2063 impact \u2062on society. The \u200bcollaboration between Republicans \u200dand\u200b Democrats on\u200d this issue demonstrates\u200d the recognition of the bipartisan\u2062 nature of the AI challenge.<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, the rapid development of artificial intelligence brings \u2064both opportunities and concerns. Representatives Ted Lieu \u200band Ken Buck are working together to harness the potential benefits of AI \u2063while minimizing harm to society. \u200dThrough \u2064their\u2062 bipartisan efforts and the introduction of two bills focused on AI regulation \u200cand responsible usage, they aim to\u200d create a balanced approach that\u2062 fosters innovation while ensuring the protection of individuals \u2062and the transparency of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/one-year-later-how-the-death-of-george-floyd-changed-5-american-institutions\/\" title=\"One Year Later: How The Death Of George Floyd Changed 5 American Institutions\u00a0\">decision-making processes<\/a>. With\u2064 the\u200c collaboration\u200c and engagement\u200d of\u2063 government officials, tech leaders, and experts, it is possible\u2063 to \u2064unlock the\u2062 vast potential of AI while\u2062 safeguarding\u2062 the well-being and interests \u2064of \u2063society \u200das a whole.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The rapid growth of AI has leaders pondering its potential benefits and risks. Reps. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) and Ken Buck (R-Colo.) are optimistic about harnessing AI for good. 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