Small Business Artificial Intelligence Training Act of 2026

Key Points

• The Department of Commerce would create free training guides and toolkits to help small business owners understand and use artificial intelligence. These resources will cover practical skills like how to write prompts for AI and how to use the technology to manage money, market products, and protect against cyberattacks.
• The program specifically focuses on helping businesses in rural areas, Tribal communities, and underserved neighborhoods. It also targets small manufacturers to help them stay competitive by using advanced technology for things like managing supply chains and winning government contracts.
• The government will work with existing local groups, such as Small Business Development Centers and Women’s Business Centers, to get these tools into the hands of local owners. There is also a plan to offer grants to organizations that teach these AI skills to small business teams.
• To make sure the program actually works, the Department of Commerce must report back to Congress every year. They will track how many businesses are using the tools and whether the training is actually helping those companies increase their sales or hire more workers.

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