New Democrat Coalition Launches First-Ever Artificial Intelligence Working Group

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The New Democrat Coalition (NDC) has unveiled the establishment of its inaugural Artificial Intelligence (AI) Working Group. The group, led by NDC Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06), aims to craft and promote policies that simultaneously foster innovation in AI while also addressing potential risks associated with the technology.

The AI Working Group will be chaired by Derek Kilmer, with Vice Chairs including Don Beyer (VA-08), Jeff Jackson (NC-14), Sara Jacobs (CA-51), Susie Lee (NV-02), and Haley Stevens (MI-11). The group's mission is to collaborate with the Biden administration, stakeholders, and legislators from both parties and chambers to formulate and champion balanced, bipartisan policies pertaining to this burgeoning technology.

Highlighting the Coalition's history of staying abreast with technological advancements, it was noted that the NDC has been proactive in addressing technological shifts for over a quarter-century. In 2019, the Coalition organized its initial roundtable on AI, showcasing its commitment to adapt to technological evolutions through initiatives like the AI Working Group.

Derek Kilmer, who leads the Artificial Intelligence Working Group, spoke about AI's pivotal role in today's world. He remarked, «Artificial Intelligence represents a groundbreaking leap in technology, holding the promise to revolutionize sectors from health care to commerce and beyond.» Kilmer highlighted AI's multifaceted impact, underscoring its immense opportunities while also acknowledging the challenges, such as potential shifts in job markets, impacts on democratic systems, and concerns related to national security. He added, «As AI’s applications expand and change, it is incumbent on lawmakers to address