Mace Delivers Opening Statement Written by ChatGPT at AI Hearing

WASHINGTON — Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) opened today’s subcommittee hearing by noting the importance of embracing practical applications of artificial intelligence while balancing the impacts AI may have on society. Chairwoman Mace highlighted the need to establish guidelines for AI development and use a clear legal framework to hold companies accountable for the consequences of their AI systems. Chairwoman Mace concluded her remarks by emphasizing the federal government has an important role to play in AI integration and revealing that her opening remarks were created by ChatGPT, an AI software program.

Below are Subcommittee Chairwoman Mace’s remarks as prepared:

Thank you all for being here today, and welcome to this congressional hearing on artificial intelligence. As Chair of this committee, I recognize myself for five minutes to provide an opening statement on this important topic.

The field of artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving, and one of the most exciting developments in recent years has been the emergence of generative models. These models have shown the ability to produce human-like language and even generate images, videos, and music. While the potential applications of generative models are vast and impressive, there are also serious concerns about the ethical implications of their use.

As we explore the potential of AI and generative models, it is essential that we consider the impact they may have on society. We must work together to ensure that AI is developed and used in a way that is ethical, transparent, and beneficial to society. This will require collaboration between government, industry, and academia to ensure that the AI we develop is reliable, trustworthy, and aligned with public policy goals.

Moreover, we must consider the operational and legal responsibilities of companies that use these models. AI can help us make better decisions, but we must ensure that those decisions are ethical, unbiased, and transparent. To achieve this, we need to establish guidelines for AI development and use, and we need to establish a clear legal framework to hold companies accountable for the consequences of their AI systems.

The federal government has an important role to play in the development and deployment of AI. As the largest employer in the United States, the government can use AI to improve operations and provide better services to the public. AI can help reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance the accuracy of decision-making. For example, AI can be used to analyze vast amounts of data to identify patterns and make predictions, which can help government agencies make more informed decisions.

As we move forward, we must also ensure that AI is used for the benefit of society as a whole. While AI has the potential to improve efficiency, increase productivity, and enhance the quality of life, it can also be used to automate jobs, invade privacy, and perpetuate inequality. We must work together to ensure that AI is used in a way that benefits everyone, not just a privileged few.

In conclusion, the emergence of generative models represents a significant step forward in the development of artificial intelligence. However, with this progress comes responsibility. We must ensure that AI is developed and used in a way that is ethical, transparent, and beneficial to society. The federal government has an important role to play in this effort, and I look forward to working with my colleagues on this committee to ensure that the United States remains a leader in the development of AI technologies. Thank you for your time and attention.

Now, before I yield back, I’d like to note that everything I’ve said in this opening statement—every single word up until this sentence—was not my words, but generated in its entirety by ChatGPT, an Artificial Intelligence tool.  For those who think that the advances in AI won’t impact them, think again.

I now yield to the distinguished Ranking Member, Mr. Connolly, for his opening statement.