Today, the Department of Commerce hosted the launch of the National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee (NAIAC). Secretary of Commerce Gina M. Raimondo noted in her address to the NAIAC members that the committee will assist the federal government by providing insights into AI-related issues and complement the Department's work with international partners – including the U.S.-EU Trade and Technology Council (TTC). Deputy Secretary Don Graves also addressed the NAIAC, emphasizing his hope that the committee's recommendations would help the nation chart a path for responsible and inclusive AI that will advance economic equity. The NAIAC is administered by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). NIST Director and Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology Dr. Laurie Locascio emphasized how scientific and technological advances have expanded both opportunities and challenges for standards and measurements that cultivate trust in technology, part of NIST's mission.