Her job is to work directly with state governments as they decide how artificial intelligence companies will be regulated. She will explain OpenAI’s position to governors, lawmakers and other officials while states consider new rules covering AI safety, personal information and the power of advanced systems.
The position gives Schumer an important seat in one of America’s biggest political and business battles. Rules passed by influential states can eventually affect how companies operate across the country.
Schumer previously led Amazon’s public policy work in New York and served as chief of staff for President Barack Obama’s Council of Economic Advisers. She graduated from Harvard University and Yale Law School.
Her father is one of the most powerful Democrats in Washington and has helped lead congressional discussions about AI. OpenAI says Jessica will stay away from federal matters and will not communicate with her father’s Senate office.
The appointment places Jessica Schumer near the center of the decisions that will shape how Americans use artificial intelligence for years to come.