Rep. Vince Fong (R–Bakersfield) is pushing a bill that would strengthen education, research and workforce development with artificial intelligence.

He introduced the bill alongside Rep. Andrea Salinas (D–OR) and Rep. Brittany Pettersen (D–CO).

The big picture: The National Science Foundation Artificial Intelligence Education Act of 2025, H.R. 5351, addresses the issue of rural and underserved students falling behind in education with AI. • The bill would authorize the National Science Foundation to award scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students pursuing studies in AI. Scholarships would have an emphasis on high-impact sectors including education, manufacturing and agriculture. • The bill would also establish fellowships for students and faculty to engage in AI-focused pro

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