In one paragraph
The AI Training Act requires the Director of OMB, within one year and with GSA, to develop and provide an AI training program for federal employees in program management, procurement and contracting, logistics, cost estimating and related acquisition roles (sec. 2(b)). The training must cover how AI works, how it can benefit the government, its risks including discrimination and privacy risks, ways to mitigate those risks, and future trends. OMB must update the program at least every two years and track participation and feedback. The Department of Defense and NNSA are excluded, and the section sunsets 10 years after enactment.
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What it means for business
Federal buyers of AI products receive structured training on AI risks, which can shape procurement questions put to vendors.
Key provisions
- OMB to provide AI training for the federal acquisition workforce within 1 year
- Training covers AI capabilities, benefits, risks (including discrimination and privacy) and mitigation
- Program updated at least every 2 years
- Participation metrics and participant feedback required
- Excludes DoD and NNSA; sunsets 10 years after enactment
Latest legislative action
Oct 17, 2022. Signed by President October 17, 2022. Became Public Law No: 117-207.
Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Gary Peters D | Sponsor | SD-MI |
| Rob Portman R | Sponsor | SD-OH |
Roll call votes
H On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Sep 29, 2022
393 yea29 nay10 otherPassed
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