LIFT AI Act Literacy in Future Technologies Artificial Intelligence Act
Impact
The bill mandates the establishment of competitive awards aimed at institutions of higher learning and nonprofits, which would support the development of relevant educational curricula. This initiative seeks to foster innovative learning methods focused on AI literacy and will involve collaboration with local educational agencies. By enhancing AI education, HB9211 aims to develop a skilled workforce, preparing students for future careers while promoting ethical use of AI.
Summary
House Bill 9211, known as the Literacy in Future Technologies Artificial Intelligence Act (or the LIFT AI Act), aims to enhance artificial intelligence (AI) literacy in K-12 education. The bill emphasizes the importance of equipping students and educators with appropriate knowledge and skills essential for navigating an increasingly AI-driven world. It recognizes that as AI technology evolves, so should educational approaches to ensure that students become proficient and responsible users of AI.
Contention
While the bill's proponents argue that increased AI literacy is vital for maintaining the U.S. leadership in technology, critics may raise concerns about the adequacy of the proposed educational measures. The potential gap in immediate support and implementation issues could be points of contention as stakeholders debate the most effective means to achieve genuine AI literacy and integration within existing curricula.
Establishes the Artificial Intelligence Literacy Act which establishes an artificial intelligence literacy in the digital equity competitive grant program.
Education: curriculum; environmental literacy task force to develop environmental literacy model curriculum and report on the curriculum; provide for. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1159.