House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-La., has expressed concerns about the potential for over-burdensome regulations in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry, stating that the U.S. should not risk falling behind competitors like China. Scalise’s comments come as the House of Representatives is unlikely to take up legislation this year to establish a large-scale framework for AI development.
While Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., and his bipartisan AI working group have proposed a comprehensive report recommending significant taxpayer funding for AI innovation, Scalise has criticized this approach as potentially impeding industry growth. The House’s own bipartisan AI task force is working on policy recommendations for the technology, with Republicans raising concerns about the Senate’s framework.
The divide between the House and Senate on AI regulation has dimmed the possibility of congressional action on the issue this year. However, House members like Rep. Jay Obernolte, R-Calif., remain optimistic about the potential for more targeted, bipartisan legislation to address urgent problems in the AI sector.
As AI continues to play a crucial role in various industries, including healthcare and defense technology, the debate over regulatory frameworks will likely continue. With the House and Senate at odds on the issue, the future of AI legislation remains uncertain.
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