Rick Allen

Congressman Allen Hosts Education and Workforce Committee Field Hearing in Augusta | U.S. Representative Rick W. Allen Press Releases Congressman Allen Hosts Education and Workforce Committee Field Hearing in Augusta Share on Facebook Share on X Print this Page Share by Email Washington, July 24, 2026 Today, Congressman Rick W. Allen (GA-12) hosted an Education and Workforce Committee field hearing in Augusta, Georgia titled "Building an AI-Ready America: How AI Is Creating Opportunities Across America's Workforce." The hearing was the eighth in a series examining artificial intelligence and was attended by U.S. Representatives Joe Wilson (R-SC) and Lucy McBath (D-GA). The members questioned a panel of four witnesses at the Georgia Cyber Innovation and Training Center-Hull McKnight Building on the impacts of AI in the workforce. Following the hearing, Congressman Allen issued the statement below: "There was no better place to hold today's field hearing on AI in the workplace than Augusta, Georgia. AI has the potential to be a powerful engine of economic growth. Across the country, including here in the 12th District, AI is enhancing workers’ knowledge, skills, and productivity while also automating routine tasks and improving efficiency across various industries. Today's witnesses were proof — each providing unique perspectives, valuable insight, and firsthand knowledge on utilizing AI in the agriculture, healthcare, and biotechnology sectors. I am grateful to my colleagues Joe Wilson and Lucy McBath for participating in this hearing, leadership from Augusta University and the Georgia Cyber Center for their hospitality, and our witnesses for their participation. If the United States intends to win the AI race, we must continue these critical discussions and ensure this technology remains a tool that serves Americans." The full hearing can be viewed here . Congressman Allen's opening statement can be read here . Congressman Allen's questions to witnesses can be viewed here . Stay Connected Enter your email address to get the latest updates straight to your inbox. Stay Connected Use the form below to sign up for my newsletter and get the latest news and updates directly to your inbox. Facebook X Instagram Youtube Office Locations Washington, DC Office 462 Cannon House Office Building Washington, DC 20515 Phone: (202) 225-2823 Fax: (202) 225-3377 Augusta District Office 2743 Perimeter Parkway Building 200, Suite 105 Augusta, GA 30909 Phone: (706) 228-1980 Fax: (706) 228-1954 Dublin District Office 100 S. Church Street Dublin, GA 31021 Phone: (478) 291-6324 Fax: (706) 228-1954 Statesboro District Office 50 E. Main Street Statesboro, GA 30458 Phone: (912) 243-9452 Fax: (912) 243-9453 Vidalia Satellite Office 107 Old Airport Rd, Suite A Vidalia, GA 304 74 Phone: (912) 243-9452 Fax: (912) 243-9453