House Democrats Form AI Commission on Innovation, AI Guardrails

House Democratic leaders are forming a new commission to shape their approach to artificial intelligence (AI) and the broader innovation economy, saying Congress must both foster U.S. leadership in AI and guard against potential harms. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) announced on Dec. 9 the launch of the House Democratic Commission on AI and the Innovation Economy, which will convene throughout 2026. The commission will “develop policy expertise in partnership with the innovation community, relevant stakeholders, and committees of jurisdiction,” according to a release from his office. Caucus Vice Chair Ted Lieu (D-Calif.), and Reps. Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) and Valerie Foushee (D-N.C.) will serve as co-chairs. Reps. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.) and Frank Pallone Jr. (D-N.J.) will serve as ex officio co-chairs....