What happened
According to Axios, leaders of several US congressional committees responsible for advancing AI regulation and oversight have said their personal exposure to and use of artificial intelligence is low.
The report was carried by Jinshi Data Express and republished by East Money Information.
Why it matters
The people shaping AI rules appear to have limited firsthand experience with the technology they oversee, which could shape how they approach regulation.
It raises questions about how well lawmakers can assess AI's capabilities and risks when drafting and reviewing oversight measures.
Key facts
Axios reported on the statements.
The lawmakers lead multiple US congressional committees working on AI regulation and oversight.
They described their personal contact with and use of AI as low.
What to watch next
Whether these committees seek outside technical expertise to fill gaps in their own AI experience.
How the lawmakers' limited personal use of AI affects the direction of pending AI oversight efforts.
