A Democratic bill with no cosponsors
Last activity — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill establishes the Artificial Intelligence Horizon Fund to support workers, businesses, and communities impacted by artificial intelligence. It creates new taxes on digital advertising, artificial intelligence usage, and artificial intelligence excess profits to fund these initiatives. The legislation introduces a national service program for human-centered career pathways and enhances entrepreneurship resources through the Small Business Administration. It also sets federal floors for unemployment insurance weeks, wage replacement, and maximum benefits during labor market disruptions. Additionally, the bill updates workforce training programs and establishes advisory councils and clearinghouses to guide responsible artificial intelligence adoption.
Yes· 3 of 55
- Scored +9
Does this increase support for people who lose their jobs?
The legislation sets federal minimum standards for unemployment insurance duration, wage replacement rates, and maximum benefits during labor market disruptions.
- Scored +9
Does this put more rules on large technology companies?
The bill levies substantial new excise taxes, reporting requirements, and compliance rules on major technology and digital advertising companies.
- Scored +8
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?
Low-income individuals benefit from robust unemployment insurance floors, supportive services, childcare assistance, and tuition-free training grants.
The opposite· 3 of 5
- Scored -6
Would billionaires be better off under this?
Billionaires with major ownership stakes in covered tech corporations are directly impacted by the 50% excess profits tax on AI development.
- Scored -5
Would people with substantial wealth be better off under this?
High-net-worth individuals holding equity in large AI and digital advertising corporations will see reduced profitability due to new industry taxes.
- Scored -4
Would high-income households be better off under this?
High-income earners and executives at large technology firms face significant new excise taxes on digital ads, AI usage, and excess profits.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Workers and Job Training: Section 101 establishes the Artificial Intelligence Horizon Fund to train workers for high-demand, technology-resilient careers, help workers transition into entrepreneurial projects, and promote wealth-building for working families.
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National Service and Career Pathways: Section 301 establishes the National Service for America's Future program under the National and Community Service Act of 1990, creating paid service-to-career pathways into human-centered jobs and providing participants with healthcare benefits and completion awards.
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Expanded Unemployment Insurance and Entrepreneurship Support: Section 401 renames and expands self-employment assistance into the Entrepreneurs of the Future program, while Sections 501 through 504 set minimum federal standards for unemployment insurance duration, wage replacement rates, and maximum benefits to support individuals experiencing job displacement.
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Workforce Development Grants for Community Colleges: Section 605 establishes the Strengthening Community Colleges Workforce Development Grants Program under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to expand high-quality training programs and portable postsecondary credentials for in-demand industries.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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New Industry Taxes That May Affect Consumers: Sections 201, 202, and 203 impose new taxes on digital advertising revenue, artificial intelligence computational usage, and excess profits from artificial intelligence development, which could potentially be passed down to consumers and businesses utilizing these technologies.
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Compliance and Reporting Burdens: Section 201 and Section 203 require covered taxpayers and applicable entities to file detailed returns and comply with complex aggregation rules and regulations regarding digital advertising and artificial intelligence revenues, creating administrative burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — Low-income individuals benefit from robust unemployment insurance floors, supportive services, childcare assistance, and tuition-free training grants. Would people in middle age be better off under this? — Mid-career workers displaced by AI are a primary focus of the reskilling, wage insurance, and entrepreneurship transition programs. Would middle-income households be better off under this? — Middle-income families facing technological disruption receive enhanced job training, wage replacement protections, and career transition support. Would students be better off under this? — Students benefit from community college workforce grants, individual training accounts, and enhanced educational resources. Would union members be better off under this? — Labor organizations are given formal representation on advisory councils, and collective bargaining agreements are protected across workplace initiatives. Would veterans be better off under this, taking everything together? — Veterans are explicitly designated for priority enrollment in national service programs and benefit from dedicated business outreach centers. Would people in their twenties and thirties be better off under this? — Early-career workers and youth benefit from paid national service pathways, expanded training accounts, and community college grants. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The bill prioritizes underserved communities and directs funding to minority-serving institutions and MBDA Business Centers. Would Hispanic Americans be better off under this? — Hispanic workers and communities benefit from targeted workforce development grants, language accessibility, and small business support. Would Native Americans be better off under this? — Indian tribes are eligible for direct formula grants under the national service program to support tribal workforce initiatives. Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The bill includes explicit non-discrimination safeguards and accessibility requirements for all materials, products, and programs. Would people in rural areas be better off under this? — Rural residents benefit from dedicated set-asides, technical assistance, and broadband deployment initiatives funded through the legislation. Would women be better off under this? — Women re-entering the workforce and caregivers are prioritized for support services, childcare assistance, and career transition pathways. Would business owners be better off under this? — Small business owners receive extensive capital access, SBA program support, and technical assistance for adopting digital tools. Would children be better off under this? — The bill establishes the National Clearinghouse for Artificial Intelligence Education to improve AI literacy and curriculum in K-12 schools. Would farmers be better off under this? — Rural development provisions and technical assistance help agricultural and rural communities adapt to technological changes. Would immigrants be better off under this? — The bill mandates accessibility for individuals with limited English proficiency and provides inclusive training and unemployment support. Would people in cities be better off under this? — Urban centers with high concentrations of tech industries and community colleges will benefit extensively from workforce and training grants. Would retired people be better off under this? — Retirees benefit from systemic economic stability measures and targeted research on aging and technology. Would people over 65 be better off under this? — The bill includes research funding for the National Institute on Aging to study the impacts of artificial intelligence on older adults. Would billionaires be better off under this? — Billionaires with major ownership stakes in covered tech corporations are directly impacted by the 50% excess profits tax on AI development. Would people with substantial wealth be better off under this? — High-net-worth individuals holding equity in large AI and digital advertising corporations will see reduced profitability due to new industry taxes. Would high-income households be better off under this? — High-income earners and executives at large technology firms face significant new excise taxes on digital ads, AI usage, and excess profits.
- Economy And Finance
- Does this increase support for people who lose their jobs? — The legislation sets federal minimum standards for unemployment insurance duration, wage replacement rates, and maximum benefits during labor market disruptions. Does this make it easier to run a small business? — The bill expands small business resources through the SBA, community development financial institutions, and the Entrepreneurs of the Future program. Is this likely to create jobs? — The bill establishes the Artificial Intelligence Horizon Fund and national service programs to create paid career pathways and job training opportunities. Does this raise the taxes companies pay? — The bill imposes new excise taxes on digital advertising revenues, AI computational usage, and excess profits from AI development for large companies. Does this raise the lowest wage an employer may pay? — Participants in the National Service for America's Future program receive an hourly wage rate of at least $20. Is this likely to grow the economy? — Investments in workforce training, community colleges, and small business entrepreneurship are designed to foster economic resilience against technological disruption. Does this strengthen the rights of workers to organise? — The bill includes protections for workers' rights to organize and collaborate with labor organizations in AI workplace adoption guidelines. Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices? — The legislation establishes guidelines and clearinghouses to address algorithmic bias, data privacy, and transparency in AI systems. Does this raise taxes on the highest earners? — The excess profits and corporate tax provisions indirectly impact high-income executives and major shareholders of large technology firms. Does this cut taxes for small businesses? — The legislation provides tax credits and funding mechanisms that benefit small businesses and entrepreneurs transitioning into new business models. Does this reduce what the federal government spends? — The bill creates multiple new federal grant programs, advisory councils, and trust funds that increase federal spending. Does this reduce what the federal government owes? — The legislation includes a large repayable advance and substantial new appropriations funded by industry taxes, which may increase near-term federal outlays.
- Education And Technology
- Does this put more rules on large technology companies? — The bill levies substantial new excise taxes, reporting requirements, and compliance rules on major technology and digital advertising companies. Does this put more money into scientific research? — The bill authorizes significant funding transfers to the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, and NIST for AI research and development. Does this make college cost less? — Grants to community colleges and individual training accounts of at least $7,000 make postsecondary education significantly more affordable. Does this give people more control over their personal data? — The legislation establishes guidelines and guardrails to protect worker and student privacy against invasive AI surveillance and data collection. Does this get reliable internet to more people? — The legislation provides for transfers to the NTIA to expand broadband deployment and digital skills access in unserved and underserved communities. Does this put more money into public schools? — The bill establishes the National Clearinghouse for Artificial Intelligence Education and provides funding for educational grants related to K-12 and higher education. Does this reduce what student borrowers owe or repay? — Completion awards equivalent to maximum Pell Grants help participants offset educational costs without incurring additional student debt.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Is this likely to lift people out of poverty? — The legislation targets low-income and displaced workers with robust unemployment benefits, training grants, and entrepreneurship support to lift individuals out of poverty. Does this make child care cost less? — National service participants and workforce program enrollees are provided with supportive services including childcare assistance. Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — Section 701 explicitly mandates that all materials and products made available under the legislation be accessible to individuals with disabilities. Does this narrow racial gaps in how people are treated? — The bill directs resources to minority-serving institutions, MBDA business centers, and mandates safeguards against discrimination in AI adoption. Is this likely to reduce homelessness? — Expanded unemployment insurance floors and supportive services help prevent financial destitution that can lead to housing instability. Does this make it easier for immigrants already here to become citizens? — The bill includes general provisions supporting workers and underserved populations, providing indirect economic benefits to immigrant workers.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The legislation mandates extensive public reporting, online clearinghouses, and Inspector General oversight for all disbursements from the Artificial Intelligence Horizon Fund. Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts? — The bill provides workers with rights to human review, appeal, and protection from retaliation regarding automated employment decisions. Does this give the federal government more power? — The bill establishes federal minimum standards for state unemployment insurance and creates a national advisory council and federal trust fund. Does this leave more decisions to the states? — States are given substantial flexibility to design their own national service plans, workforce strategies, and small business programs.
- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into medical research? — The legislation authorizes funding transfers to the National Institutes of Health for research related to health and artificial intelligence. Does this make health care easier to get in general? — National service participants receive health coverage assistance and healthcare benefits as part of their service-to-career pathways. Does this help veterans get medical care? — Veterans are prioritized for workforce training and national service programs that include healthcare and support services. Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The bill provides supportive services and healthcare coverage assistance options for participants in national service programs.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Does this increase the pay, pensions or support veterans receive? — Veterans are explicitly prioritized for enrollment in the National Service for America's Future program and related career pathway initiatives. Does this better protect the country from computer attacks? — The bill provides resources for cybersecurity education and includes cybersecurity considerations in AI workplace and clearinghouse initiatives.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this invest in rural communities? — The legislation includes specific set-asides and technical assistance to ensure rural-serving institutions and communities benefit from workforce grants and broadband investments. Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power? — The bill permits financing and transfers through Department of Energy programs for energy and technology-related workforce initiatives.
- 9/24/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Introduced in Senate