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AI Summary

The bill titled "Department of Human Rights and Technology Act" aims to establish a new federal department focused on human rights in the context of technology. It proposes creating the Department of Human Rights and Technology, which will be responsible for addressing issues related to privacy, data protection, algorithmic bias, and other human rights concerns arising from technological advancements. The main provisions include outlining the department's structure, duties, and powers to regulate and monitor tech companies' compliance with human rights standards. This bill seeks to enhance oversight in the tech industry to safeguard individuals' rights in the digital age.

• 2022-12-05: Prefiled with Clerk by Rep. Emanuel "Chris" Welch

• 2023-01-12: First Reading

• 2023-01-12: Referred to Rules Committee

• 2023-02-23: Assigned to Executive Committee

• 2023-03-01: Do Pass / Short Debate Executive Committee; 011-000-000

• 2023-03-01: Placed on Calendar 2nd Reading - Short Debate **

• 2023-03-16: Second Reading - Short Debate

• 2023-03-16: Held on Calendar Order of Second Reading - Short Debate **

• 2023-06-27: Rule 19(b) / Re-referred to Rules Committee