Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Inclusion Act

The Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Inclusion Act authorizes the National Science Foundation to fund local AI literacy programs targeting underserved communities, including people of color, low-income residents, rural populations, seniors, and people with disabilities. These programs must cover AI basics, ethics, applications, and societal impacts, with grantees required to submit annual reports on participant demographics and program effectiveness. Federal agencies like Labor, Commerce, and Education must also submit reports to Congress within one year on integrating AI literacy into workforce training, small business support, and school curricula, including how to adapt existing grant programs. The bill mandates public availability of all agency reports and emphasizes community-driven education to build broader public understanding of AI. This legislation aims to expand equitable access to AI education without specifying outcomes or advocating for particular policies.