Federal News
On October 30, 2023, President Biden issued an Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence, in an effort to govern the creation and use of AI. Read the White House issued fact-sheet for a plain speech overview of the Executive Order and its desired impacts.
Interested in how this relates to Healthcare and Health Science Libraries? Here are some suggested readings:
- EPIC – Summary: What Does Biden’s Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence Actually Say?
- KFF Health News – Biden Uses Executive Order To Push For AI Health Care Standards
- AAMC – President Biden Issues Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence
Illinois News
There has been a lot of activity in the Illinois legislature this week as they prepared for adjournment of the session. Most of the activity was in the form of Resolutions to acknowledge people and awards around the state. To see a list of activity, check Legiscan.
During the break between sessions, the Illinois Library Association invites you to meet with legislators at one of 7 meet-ups to be held in late November and December. Registration is required by November 24th. To see a list of the meet-ups and register, visit here.