Practical AI: Machine Learning, Data Science, LLM

AI in the U.S. Congress

May 29, 2024

40:50

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U.S. Representative Don Beyer, author of AI Foundation Model Transparency Act, discusses his journey into AI, bipartisan AI caucuses work, and importance of AI legislation on Capitol Hill. The podcast explores global AI policies, AI's role in social issues, personalized education, healthcare transformation, and government decision-making.

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Rep. Beyer focuses on AI regulation & policy-making in Congress.

AI applications should prioritize societal benefits like mental health support & crisis intervention.

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AI and Science Committee Involvement

Being appointed to the science committee in Congress allowed Don to engage with topics like climate change and oversee projects such as NASA oversight, black hole imagery, and gravitational waves research. This experience broadened his exposure to various scientific endeavors and fostered his interest in the intersection of science and policy-making.

Bipartisanship and Leadership for Legislation

02:05

Anticipating Challenges in the Age of AI

02:08

The Potential of Artificial Intelligence in Education

01:59

Introduction

2min

Journey from Car Dealer to AI Policy in Congress

19min

Global Perspectives on AI Policies and Security

10min

Exploring the Use of AI in Suicide and Crime Prevention for Social Good

5min

Exploring the Potential of AI in Personalized Education

2min

Influence of AI in Healthcare and Government Roles

3min

At the age of 72, U.S. Representative Don Beyer of Virginia enrolled at GMU to pursue a Master’s degree in C.S. with a concentration in Machine Learning.

Rep. Beyer is Vice Chair of the bipartisan Artificial Intelligence Caucus & Vice Chair of the NDC’s AI Working Group. He is the author of the AI Foundation Model Transparency Act & a lead cosponsor of the CREATE AI Act, the Federal Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Act & the Artificial Intelligence Environmental Impacts Act.

We hope you tune into this inspiring, nonpartisan conversation with Rep. Beyer about his decision to dive into the deep end of the AI pool & his leadership in bringing that expertise to Capitol Hill.

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Don Beyer – Twitter, LinkedIn
Chris Benson – Twitter, GitHub, LinkedIn, Website
Daniel Whitenack – Twitter, GitHub, Website

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