Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are at the forefront of raising awareness about the potential dangers that artificial intelligence poses to American workers, the environment, and communities.
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In a recent communication urging Amazon’s Jeff Bezos to appear before Congress, Sanders expressed:
The rapid pace of technological advancements in robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence (AI) in recent years is profound. These innovations will significantly impact nearly every American worker.
Our responsibility is to ensure that this technology supports working families and isn’t merely another means to further enrich the world’s wealthiest individuals. The American public is increasingly concerned about how AI and robotics might affect the economy and their lives. Congress must take action, and the HELP committee must respond.
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez are initiating necessary measures by introducing new legislation on Wednesday.
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According to an announcement from Sanders’ office:
On Wednesday, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) will introduce the Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act. This legislation aims to ensure AI benefits workers, remains safe and effective, and does not harm communities or the environment.
