Overview
- The Generative AI Terrorism Risk Assessment Act, sponsored by Rep. August Pfluger, passed the House on Nov. 19 by unanimous vote.
- The bill requires DHS to deliver an initial annual threat assessment within one year of enactment, followed by yearly reports for five years.
- DHS must consult the director of national intelligence, and the homeland security secretary is required to personally brief the relevant committees after each submission.
- The assessments will examine terrorist use of AI for propaganda, recruitment, fabricated content, and efforts linked to chemical, biological, radiological, or nuclear capabilities.
- The push follows documented incidents and hearings, including ISIS deepfake news anchors and AI workshops, and the legislation now heads to the Senate for consideration.