Government agencies must ensure that their AI tools do not harm the public's safety or rights, as mandated by new rules from the White House. This includes implementing safeguards, hiring a chief AI officer, and making public an inventory of AI systems.
- Government agencies must verify that AI tools do not endanger the rights and safety of the American people.
- Agencies must have concrete safeguards for AI tools, such as facial recognition screenings and decision-making tools.
- A chief AI officer must be hired to oversee AI technologies within each agency.
- Agencies must annually disclose an inventory of their AI systems and assess the risks they pose.
- Civil rights groups support the new oversight to prevent misuse of AI, particularly in law enforcement.
- The new rules aim to strengthen positive uses of AI in government services.