House Forms Bipartisan AI Task Force Amid Legislative Stagnation

In a rare display of bipartisanship, House leaders announce a 24-member task force to explore AI legislation and set guardrails, as efforts to regulate the technology have previously stalled.

House Speaker Mike Johnson and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries unveil a bipartisan task force to address the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence.
The 24-member panel, led by Reps. Jay Obernolte and Ted Lieu, will not draft legislation but will produce a report with policy recommendations.
The task force aims to ensure the U.S. remains a global leader in AI, while considering necessary guardrails to protect against potential threats.
Legislative attempts to regulate AI have largely stalled, despite growing concerns over its impact on jobs, elections, and security.
The initiative reflects a concerted effort to overcome Congressional inaction on AI, amidst a backdrop of deep partisan divisions.