Civilian Agency AI Watermark Act
This bill requires the Secretary of Homeland Security to develop a watermark system identifying AI tools approved for use by federal civilian agencies (like departments handling public services). Within eight months of enactment, the Secretary must consult with NIST and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office to create this system. The bill authorizes annual funding to support this effort, ensuring only agency-approved AI applications are marked for identification.
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Introduced Jul 15, 2024
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Jul 15, 2024
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Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.
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Jul 15, 2024
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Referred to the House Committee on Homeland Security.
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Jul 15, 2024
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Sheila Jackson Lee
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