Bill · S. 5518· Senate(119-S-5518)
Make AI Work for Americans Act
- Introduced
- 9/24/2026
- Last activity
- 9/24/2026 — Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Sponsored by
- Mark Kelly
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill establishes the Artificial Intelligence Horizon Fund to support workers, businesses, and communities impacted by artificial intelligence. It creates new taxes on digital advertising, artificial intelligence usage, and artificial intelligence excess profits to fund these initiatives. The legislation introduces a national service program for human-centered career pathways and enhances entrepreneurship resources through the Small Business Administration. It also sets federal floors for unemployment insurance weeks, wage replacement, and maximum benefits during labor market disruptions. Additionally, the bill updates workforce training programs and establishes advisory councils and clearinghouses to guide responsible artificial intelligence adoption.
Yes· 3 of 55
Does this increase support for people who lose their jobs?+9
The legislation sets federal minimum standards for unemployment insurance duration, wage replacement rates, and maximum benefits during labor market disruptions.
Does this put more rules on large technology companies?+9
The bill levies substantial new excise taxes, reporting requirements, and compliance rules on major technology and digital advertising companies.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+8
Low-income individuals benefit from robust unemployment insurance floors, supportive services, childcare assistance, and tuition-free training grants.
The opposite· 3 of 5
Would billionaires be better off under this?-6
Billionaires with major ownership stakes in covered tech corporations are directly impacted by the 50% excess profits tax on AI development.
Would people with substantial wealth be better off under this?-5
High-net-worth individuals holding equity in large AI and digital advertising corporations will see reduced profitability due to new industry taxes.
Would high-income households be better off under this?-4
High-income earners and executives at large technology firms face significant new excise taxes on digital ads, AI usage, and excess profits.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Support for Workers and Job Training: Section 101 establishes the Artificial Intelligence Horizon Fund to train workers for high-demand, technology-resilient careers, help workers transition into entrepreneurial projects, and promote wealth-building for working families.
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National Service and Career Pathways: Section 301 establishes the National Service for America's Future program under the National and Community Service Act of 1990, creating paid service-to-career pathways into human-centered jobs and providing participants with healthcare benefits and completion awards.
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Expanded Unemployment Insurance and Entrepreneurship Support: Section 401 renames and expands self-employment assistance into the Entrepreneurs of the Future program, while Sections 501 through 504 set minimum federal standards for unemployment insurance duration, wage replacement rates, and maximum benefits to support individuals experiencing job displacement.
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Workforce Development Grants for Community Colleges: Section 605 establishes the Strengthening Community Colleges Workforce Development Grants Program under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act to expand high-quality training programs and portable postsecondary credentials for in-demand industries.
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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New Industry Taxes That May Affect Consumers: Sections 201, 202, and 203 impose new taxes on digital advertising revenue, artificial intelligence computational usage, and excess profits from artificial intelligence development, which could potentially be passed down to consumers and businesses utilizing these technologies.
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Compliance and Reporting Burdens: Section 201 and Section 203 require covered taxpayers and applicable entities to file detailed returns and comply with complex aggregation rules and regulations regarding digital advertising and artificial intelligence revenues, creating administrative burdens.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+8Good For Middle Aged+7Good For Middle Class Households+7Good For Students+7Good For Union Workers+7Good For Veterans+7Good For Young Adults+7Good For African Americans+6Good For Hispanic Americans+6Good For Native Americans+6Good For People With Disabilities+6Good For Rural Residents+6Good For Women+6Good For Business Owners+5Good For Children+5Good For Farmers+5Good For Immigrants+5Good For Urban Residents+5Good For Retirees+4Good For Seniors+4Good For Billionaires-6Good For High Net Worth Individuals-5Good For High Income Households-4
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Unemployment Benefits+9Improves Small Business Support+8Increases Job Creation+8Increases Corporate Taxes+7Increases Minimum Wage+7Improves Economic Growth+6Improves Union Protections+6Improves Consumer Protection+5Increases Wealthy Taxes+5Reduces Small Business Taxes+3Reduces Government Spending-3Reduces National Debt-2
- Education And Technology
- Increases Big Tech Regulation+9Increases Scientific Research Funding+8Improves College Affordability+7Improves Data Privacy+7Improves Internet Access+6Increases Public School Funding+6Improves Student Loan Relief+4
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Poverty Reduction+7Improves Childcare Affordability+6Improves Disability Rights+5Improves Racial Equity+5Reduces Homelessness+3Improves Pathway To Citizenship+2
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+7Improves Due Process+6Increases Federal Power+6Increase States Rights+4
- Healthcare
- Increases Research Funding+6Improves Healthcare Access+4Improves Veterans Healthcare+3Increases Medicaid Funding+3
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Veterans Benefits+6Improves Cybersecurity Defense+5
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Rural Development+6Increases Renewable Energy Investment+4
- 9/24/2026
- Read twice and referred to the Committee on Finance.
- Introduced in Senate