Updated on: October 23, 2026 / 4:06 PM EDT / CBS News

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As artificial intelligence capabilities improve, many Americans are worried that the technology could one day put them out of work — a possibility more lawmakers in Washington are preparing for.

Members of Congress have recently introduced a series of bills to safeguard the nation's workforce against potential AI-related disruptions. Their proposals range in scope, with many geared toward creating training programs to support workers if their roles are eliminated.

On Friday, Sen.…