Introduction
Executive Order 14110 requires federal agencies to annually inventory their AI use cases. In 2024, the Department of Justice (DOJ) notably expanded its AI Use Case Inventory to 241 entries, marking a significant 1507% increase from the previous year. This initiative aims to foster innovation, enhance efficiency, and manage potential rights and safety impacts associated with AI technologies.
Description
Executive Order 14110 mandates federal agencies to conduct an annual inventory of their AI use cases, with the Department of Justice (DOJ) significantly expanding its AI Use Case Inventory in 2024 to 241 entries, reflecting a 1507% increase from the previous year. This comprehensive inventory aims to enhance innovation, efficiency, and management of potential rights and safety impacts associated with AI technologies.
The DOJ has implemented a rigorous data collection process involving technical and non-technical leaders to ensure accuracy and transparency in reporting. The inventory includes clustered use cases where the same commercial tool is utilized by multiple components for identical purposes. Additionally, the reporting of eLitigation tools has been consolidated, recognizing their varied AI features and contexts, which may impact rights. The DOJ is developing a governance policy for these eLitigation AI uses.
Certain information has been withheld due to law enforcement sensitivity, adhering to FOIA standards and favoring partial release. The categorization of AI uses as “rights impacting” or “safety impacting” follows guidelines from the OMB memorandum M-24-10, with ongoing evaluations to reassess the impact of specific use cases as policies and technologies evolve.
Conclusion
The expansion of the DOJ’s AI Use Case Inventory underscores the growing role of AI in federal operations. By systematically cataloging AI applications, the DOJ not only promotes transparency and accountability but also positions itself to better address the ethical and safety challenges posed by AI technologies. This proactive approach is crucial for adapting to the evolving landscape of AI and its implications for rights and safety.
References
https://www.justice.gov/ai/ai-inventory
