The Database of Biden Administration Actions on AI is a joint project from EPI and Workshop

Recent advances in generative artificial intelligence (AI) have sparked increased awareness and adoption of AI tools in the workplace. While AI systems, automated systems, algorithmic management tools, and similar tools have been used in the workplace for decades, this acceleration in capabilities and greater public attention have motivated more concerted and urgent policy efforts, including a focus on protecting and empowering workers.

During the Biden-Harris administration, leadership and agencies across the federal government acted to better understand and respond to the potential implications of expanded AI use for workers—a promising start for meaningful federal action to mitigate related risks.

Since taking office, the Trump administration has actively undone much of this progress, and industry is devoting significant resources to preventing meaningful protections at any level of government.A broad and ambitious vision for responsible AI governance is essential at a time when protections are under attack and AI-related risks are more pressing than ever. This Database of Biden Administration Actions on AI can serve as a resource for state, local, and federal efforts to tackle these challenges and opportunities.