SIIA Supports the VET AI Act

The Software and Information Industry Association (SIIA) supports the VET AI Act, emphasizing its role in fostering responsible AI development and deployment while maintaining U.S. innovation leadership. In a letter alongside other industry leaders, Paul Lekas, SIIA’s Head of Global Public Policy & Government Affairs, stated, “The introduction of this legislation is an important step towards advancing the responsible development and deployment of AI technologies and supporting U.S. innovation and leadership in AI. As the pace of AI advancement continues to accelerate, pragmatic guardrails are important to maximize the benefits of AI while minimizing potential risks.” The act’s directive for NIST to develop specifications, guidelines, and recommendations ensures a trustworthy AI ecosystem, addressing privacy protections, harm mitigation, dataset quality, and governance.