What is the current status of HR 7158?

HR 7158 is currently: Introduced.

Who sponsored HR 7158?

HR 7158 was sponsored by Valerie Foushee (D), Rep.

Expanding Opportunities in AI Education

IntroducedJanuary 20, 2026

Introduced8 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Science, Technology, Communications

Why This Matters

The Expanding AI Voices Act aims to boost artificial intelligence education and research by supporting underrepresented groups in science and technology. It provides funding to colleges and organizations to create more opportunities in this growing field.

If you are a student at a college focused on AI, this bill could help create more resources and opportunities for you.

Who this affects

Students at HBCUs · Faculty at HBCUs · Students at minority-serving institutions · Faculty at minority-serving institutions

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill provides funding to colleges and organizations to improve artificial intelligence research and education.
2It focuses on increasing participation from groups that are usually underrepresented in science and technology fields.
3Eligible institutions include historically Black colleges, minority-serving institutions, and Tribal colleges.
4The bill encourages partnerships between educational institutions and private companies to enhance AI programs.
5Funds can be used for faculty development, research programs, and community-building activities.

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Expanding Opportunities in AI Education

IntroducedJanuary 20, 2026

Introduced8 months ago

Intro

House

Senate

Pres

Referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology.

Science, Technology, Communications

Why This Matters

If you are a student at a college focused on AI, this bill could help create more resources and opportunities for you.

Who this affects

Students at HBCUs · Faculty at HBCUs · Students at minority-serving institutions · Faculty at minority-serving institutions

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill provides funding to colleges and organizations to improve artificial intelligence research and education.
2It focuses on increasing participation from groups that are usually underrepresented in science and technology fields.
3Eligible institutions include historically Black colleges, minority-serving institutions, and Tribal colleges.
4The bill encourages partnerships between educational institutions and private companies to enhance AI programs.
5Funds can be used for faculty development, research programs, and community-building activities.

Read full document

Last changed 4 months ago · checked hourly