Year-end AI bill gains steam, but Congress has challenges ahead

Year-End AI Bill Gains Steam But Congress To Confront Challenges

AI bill talks are heating up as Congress’ most powerful lawmakers work to pass legislation that would boost development and set standards for the technology before the end of the year.

Despite bipartisan support, lawmakers face stiff challenges—including a narrow window to advance legislation when they return next month.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) has initiated discussions with Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) as well as Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) in the hopes of reaching an agreement on an AI bill by ...