The CREATE AI Act is essential to AI innovation in the United States

To maintain its position as a leader in AI innovation, the United States must prioritize investment in public infrastructure. Enter the CREATE AI Act, a bipartisan, bicameral bill that would establish the National Artificial Intelligence Research Resource (NAIRR). This shared national research infrastructure will democratize access to the computational resources, high-quality data, and educational tools needed to develop and deploy AI solutions. AI2 held a seat on the NAIRR Task Force which was responsible for creating the NAIRR recommendation. We are thrilled to see it move from idea to action in the form of this important legislation.

The CREATE AI Act will accomplish three important things:

1. Democratizing Equitable Access and Fostering Innovation: The NAIRR will break down power barriers, empowering academics, entrepreneurs, and researchers from diverse backgrounds to contribute to a more vibrant and innovative AI ecosystem, with solutions that address a wider range of societal challenges.
2. Ensuring Responsible Development: By promoting collaboration and transparency, the NAIRR will foster a culture of responsible AI development. The platform will provide access to best practices, robust evaluations, and ethical frameworks, ensuring that AI technology is developed and deployed in a way that prioritizes transparency and accountability.
3. Strengthening the US Economy: AI is expected to contribute trillions of dollars to the global economy in the coming years. The CREATE AI Act will solidify the United States' position as an AI leader, contributing to a prosperous economic future and creating jobs across the country.

The CREATE AI Act is not just about technology; it's about democratizing opportunity and ensuring that everyone has a chance to contribute to and benefit from the transformative power of AI. This legislation is essential to ensure a future where AI benefits all of humanity.