(Photo courtesy of Rep. Mark Alford's office.) (Office of Rep. Mark Alford/Fox News Digital)
"We’re ensuring entrepreneurs and job creators aren’t left behind. Our AI for Main Street Act will provide small businesses with the resources, education and training needed to responsibly utilize artificial intelligence."
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The AI for Main Street Act would direct the Small Business Administration (SBA) and its Small Business Development Centers (SBDCs) to help start-ups learn to adopt AI technologies by providing training and outreach.
The bill fits into the pre-existing framework of the SBDCs.
Rep. Mark Alford is rolling out a bill aimed at defunding DEI programs in the federal government (Getty Images)
"We want small business owners to understand not only what AI can do, but how to use it securely, safely, ethically and effectively," Alford said in a floor speech on his bill.
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"This bill is about empowering people, not replacing them. I’m proud to see the House pass our bipartisan bill to champion small businesses," Alford added.
The bill, having cleared the House, heads to the Senate for consideration.
Leo Briceno is a politics reporter for the congressional team at Fox News Digital. He was previously a reporter with World Magazine.
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