• Contact your representatives to express support for H.R. 3210 with these crucial amendments.
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H.R.3210 - Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Inclusion Act

The Support the Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Inclusion Act could serve as a transformative policy for Black counselors by directly addressing issues tied to equity, accessibility, and the ethical integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into behavioral health practices. Here’s how the Artificial Intelligence Literacy and Inclusion Act impacts Black Counselors and the diverse communities they serve:

Promotes AI Literacy Among Black Counselors

The legislation will enhance AI literacy, ensuring that counselors are equipped to understand and effectively utilize AI technologies. For Black counselors, this means access to training programs designed to demystify AI and its applications within the counseling field.

Addresses Bias in AI Systems

The legislation could ensure that the technologies integrated into counseling practices do not perpetuate existing racial disparities, particularly in areas such as client assessments, resource allocation, and treatment planning.

Improvement of Accessibility to Resources

The legislation could make new technologies more accessible to Black counselors, especially those working in under-resourced communities. AI tools have the potential to streamline administrative tasks, allowing counselors to devote more time to direct client care. Furthermore, facilitate remote counseling sessions, overcoming geographic and systemic barriers to behavioral health services.