This legislation establishes the United States Commission on Human Dignity , an independent advisory body situated within the legislative branch of the Federal Government. The Commission's primary purpose is to offer independent advice to the Federal Government, including Congress, regarding the ethical and policy implications arising from developments in emerging technologies, notably artificial intelligence . It is specifically tasked with recognizing the geopolitical dimensions of these technologies, particularly the challenges posed by foreign state actors whose use of such technologies may threaten human dignity. The Commission will comprise 17 members appointed by various congressional leaders and the President, selected for their expertise in fields such as philosophy, ethics, science, and law. Its core responsibilities include defending the inherent dignity of the human person within Federal science and technology policy and fostering humility regarding technological mastery over human nature. To fulfill these responsibilities, the Commission will monitor Federal science and technology programs, conduct inquiries into the bioethical implications of technologies like robotics, AI, and biotechnologies, and hold public hearings. Furthermore, the Commission is mandated to issue annual reports to the President and appropriate congressional committees, providing findings, policy options, and recommendations to align Federal science and technology policy with its stated responsibilities. While advisory in nature, the Commission is authorized to receive $2,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and is scheduled to terminate on October 1, 2032.
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Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
Introduced in Senate
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation.
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Human Dignity and Emerging Technologies Act
USA119th CongressS-5130| Senate
| Updated: 7/23/2026
This legislation establishes the United States Commission on Human Dignity , an independent advisory body situated within the legislative branch of the Federal Government. The Commission's primary purpose is to offer independent advice to the Federal Government, including Congress, regarding the ethical and policy implications arising from developments in emerging technologies, notably artificial intelligence . It is specifically tasked with recognizing the geopolitical dimensions of these technologies, particularly the challenges posed by foreign state actors whose use of such technologies may threaten human dignity. The Commission will comprise 17 members appointed by various congressional leaders and the President, selected for their expertise in fields such as philosophy, ethics, science, and law. Its core responsibilities include defending the inherent dignity of the human person within Federal science and technology policy and fostering humility regarding technological mastery over human nature. To fulfill these responsibilities, the Commission will monitor Federal science and technology programs, conduct inquiries into the bioethical implications of technologies like robotics, AI, and biotechnologies, and hold public hearings. Furthermore, the Commission is mandated to issue annual reports to the President and appropriate congressional committees, providing findings, policy options, and recommendations to align Federal science and technology policy with its stated responsibilities. While advisory in nature, the Commission is authorized to receive $2,000,000 annually for fiscal years 2027 through 2031 and is scheduled to terminate on October 1, 2032.