Harnessing Benefits and Reducing Risks for Older Adults
Bipartisan Bill Proposes $2M for Senior-Focused AI Research
The Aging with Artificial Intelligence Act aims to study tools like chatbots while protecting seniors from fraud.
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Senators Rick Scott, Mark Kelly, and Roger Marshall introduced the Aging with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2026 on Tuesday [1][2][3]. This bipartisan bill directs a $2 million federal research initiative to study how AI tools impact older Americans [1][2]. Researchers will specifically examine technologies like chatbots and voice assistants [1][3].
The legislation aims to address risks such as fraud and financial exploitation targeting seniors [1][2]. Simultaneously, the bill seeks to harness AI for promoting senior independence and improving health outcomes [2][3]. Senator Kelly emphasized that the study will help identify ways technology can support an aging population [3].
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realclearscience.com
https://www.realclearscience.com/2026/07/07/bill_calls_for_research_into_ais_effects_on_seniors_1192812.html
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aging.senate.gov
https://www.aging.senate.gov/press-releases/in-case-you-missed-itsens-rick-scott-mark-kelly-roger-marshall-introduce-bipartisan-aging-with-artificial-intelligence-act-of-2026
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kelly.senate.gov
https://www.kelly.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/kelly-introduces-bipartisan-legislation-to-study-how-ai-tools-impact-older-americans/
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