1. United States
2. S.C.
3. Letter

I urge you to support HB5784, the Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises Act, which establishes critical educational resources to help small businesses navigate artificial intelligence adoption safely and effectively. This legislation addresses a growing need as AI tools proliferate without adequate guidance for small business owners who lack technical expertise. HB5784 directs the Small Business Administration to create comprehensive educational modules covering ten essential areas, including how AI models work and their limitations, methods for identifying AI-generated outputs, privacy protection for user inputs, and strategies for maintaining human oversight in AI-informed decisions. The bill requires consultation with the National Institute of Standards and Technology and establishes an Advisory Working Group with experts from the private sector, academia, and AI security organizations to ensure technical accuracy. The 180-day implementation deadline ensures small businesses gain timely access to this guidance as AI adoption accelerates. Critically, the legislation requires neutral presentation of information, prohibiting favoritism toward specific vendors or products, which protects small businesses from commercial bias while they evaluate tools for their operations. This approach provides practical regulation through education rather than restrictive mandates. Small businesses need frameworks to identify and manage AI risks, understand user policies and terms of service, and determine whether specific tools justify adoption. Without this guidance, businesses face costly mistakes, privacy breaches, and inappropriate tool selection that could harm their operations and customers. The bill accomplishes regulatory goals by empowering informed decision-making rather than imposing compliance burdens. Resource partners can develop specialized training materials for local business communities, ensuring the guidance reaches those who need it most. I ask you to cosponsor and vote for HB5784. Small businesses deserve expert-level guidance on AI adoption that protects their interests while enabling them to compete in an increasingly technology-driven marketplace.