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S.Res. 896

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A resolution expressing the sense of the Senate regarding the importance of religious freedom, authoritative texts, and transparency in artificial intelligence systems.
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Passed
Latest Action · September 23, 2026
Submitted in the Senate, considered, and agreed to without amendment and with a preamble by Unanimous Consent.
Introduced
September 23, 2026
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This Senate resolution expresses support for religious freedom and calls for fairness and transparency in how artificial intelligence systems handle religious topics. It affirms that religious liberty is a fundamental constitutional right protected by the First Amendment, and states that bias or discrimination against any faith, or against those who change faith or have no faith, harms society. The resolution encourages companies and organizations that build AI systems to adopt clear standards ensuring their tools treat religious viewpoints fairly and transparently, and to provide thorough, balanced responses to religious questions that reflect the diversity of beliefs and traditions. It also encourages Americans to rely on primary religious texts and religious leaders, rather than solely AI, when seeking to understand faith traditions. As a simple resolution, it carries no legal force or funding and does not require any specific action, but it signals the Senate's views on this issue.

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