HR 7997
To establish a task force to address legal and ethical issues related to the use of AI speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in the United States judicial system, and for other purposes
Progress
Timeline
- Mar 19Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.
Summary
**What this bill does:** This bill would create a task force to study how artificial intelligence speech-to-text and automatic speech recognition technologies are being used in U.S. courts and identify any legal or ethical problems. **Who it affects:** - Courts using AI transcription technology - Judges, attorneys, and court staff - People involved in legal proceedings (defendants, plaintiffs, witnesses) - AI technology companies that provide court transcription services **What would change:** The task force would examine current practices and recommend guidelines for using AI transcription in courtrooms. This could lead to new standards for accuracy, privacy protection, and fairness in how courts record and transcribe speech. The goal is ensuring AI transcription doesn't create problems like misunderstanding accents, missing important details, or violating privacy rights. **Current status:** The bill is still in congressional committee and has not been voted on yet.
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