Senators Provide a Roadmap for AI Policy in the US

The Bipartisan Senate AI Working Group released a roadmap for AI policy in the U.S. Senate, encouraging the Senate Appropriations Committee to fund cross-government artificial intelligence research and development projects, including research for biotechnology and applications of AI that would fundamentally transform medicine. The group acknowledges AI’s various use cases, including those within the healthcare setting, such as improving disease diagnosis, developing new medicines and assisting providers in various capacities. Senators wrote that relevant committees should consider implementing legislation that supports AI deployment in the sector. They should also implement guardrails and safety measures to ensure patient safety while ensuring the regulations do not stifle innovation.