To require the appointment or designation of emerging technology leads in certain Federal agencies.
Legislative Progress
IntroducedMr. Bennet introduced the following bill; which was read twice …
Summary
What This Bill Does
This bill, the "Oversee Emerging Technology Act" (S.1577-118), requires major federal agencies that work with emerging technologies to appoint or designate senior officials as "emerging technology leads." These officials will advise their agencies on how to responsibly use technologies like artificial intelligence, help develop policies, coordinate with other agencies, and guide technology procurement. The bill addresses the lack of dedicated senior leadership for managing the rapid growth of AI and other emerging technologies across the federal government.
Who Benefits and How
- Federal agencies benefit by gaining designated senior experts to help them navigate complex technology decisions, reducing the risk of poor implementation or misuse of emerging technologies.
- The public benefits from more responsible government use of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies, with dedicated oversight to ensure these powerful tools are deployed thoughtfully.
- Technology policy professionals in the Senior Executive Service or equivalent positions gain new leadership opportunities in a growing policy area.
Who Bears the Burden and How
- Covered federal agencies (the 24 major agencies listed in 31 U.S.C. 901(b) plus intelligence community elements) must identify and appoint qualified senior officials to these new positions, which requires staff time and potentially creating or filling new roles.
- The President must report to Congress within 180 days identifying which agencies have appointed technology leads and what their authorities and responsibilities are.
- Taxpayers may bear modest costs for any new positions or additional responsibilities added to existing roles, though the bill does not authorize new funding.
Key Provisions
- Requires each covered federal agency "substantially engaged" in emerging technologies to appoint a senior official as an emerging technology lead
- Defines "covered agency" as the 24 CFO Act agencies plus intelligence community elements
- Requires appointees to be Senior Executive Service members or equivalently senior officials
- Technology leads must advise on responsible use, develop policies, coordinate with other agencies, and inform procurement
- President must report to Congress within 180 days on which agencies have appointed leads and their responsibilities
Evidence Chain:
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Primary Purpose
This bill requires certain federal agencies to appoint or designate emerging technology leads to oversee the responsible use of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence.
Policy Domains
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Key Definitions
Terms defined in this bill
A covered individual appointed or designated to advise on the responsible use of emerging technologies, provide expertise on policies and practices, collaborate with interagency bodies, and input for procurement policies.
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