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03/03/2026 On 03/03/2026

Summarize this content to 100 words: Grand Rapids, Michigan – As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into society — whether welcomed or not — some leaders in Michigan are looking to lead the way by supporting research into ethical ways to harness its power.Representative Hillary Scholten (D-MI) announced Monday that Grand Valley State University (GVSU) will receive $1,031,000 in federal dollars to establish the West Michigan Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence Consortium.Officials said the consortium aims to make the region a leader in responsible AI research and innovation.“West Michigan must be a leader in the development and use of artificial intelligence, and that starts with investing in the people and institutions we trust,” Scholten said. “This funding will help GVSU bring together educators, industry and public partners to build AI systems that are ethical, safe and transparent while preparing students for good-paying jobs and strengthening our region’s economy. I am proud to support this work and continue the federal investment that ensures West Michigan remains at the forefront of responsible innovation.”Specifically, Scholten said the funding will be used for hardware and computing resources, software, licensing, and cloud services.“The West Michigan Trusted AI Consortium is just one example of the power of our Blue Dot ecosystem,” said GVSU President Philomena V. Mantella. “By bringing together expert researchers, resources, and industry partners to work with our students, Grand Valley will explore ethical ways to use AI to enrich our lives and create a brighter future for our country.”The funding was made possible by the Community Project Funding (CPF) process. Officials said each year Congress considers appropriations bills that fund the federal government and the CPF is part of that process.comment with bubblesBe the first to commentScholten’s office said, “The House Appropriations Committee allows members of Congress to request these resources for a limited number of local projects, reflecting Representative Scholten’s ongoing work to bring federal investment back to Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District.”

Grand Rapids, Michigan – As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly integrated into society — whether welcomed or not — some leaders in Michigan are looking to lead the way by supporting research into ethical ways to harness its power.

Representative Hillary Scholten (D-MI) announced Monday that Grand Valley State University (GVSU) will receive $1,031,000 in federal dollars to establish the West Michigan Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence Consortium.

Officials said the consortium aims to make the region a leader in responsible AI research and innovation.

“West Michigan must be a leader in the development and use of artificial intelligence, and that starts with investing in the people and institutions we trust,” Scholten said. “This funding will help GVSU bring together educators, industry and public partners to build AI systems that are ethical, safe and transparent while preparing students for good-paying jobs and strengthening our region’s economy. I am proud to support this work and continue the federal investment that ensures West Michigan remains at the forefront of responsible innovation.”

Specifically, Scholten said the funding will be used for hardware and computing resources, software, licensing, and cloud services.

“The West Michigan Trusted AI Consortium is just one example of the power of our Blue Dot ecosystem,” said GVSU President Philomena V. Mantella. “By bringing together expert researchers, resources, and industry partners to work with our students, Grand Valley will explore ethical ways to use AI to enrich our lives and create a brighter future for our country.”

The funding was made possible by the Community Project Funding (CPF) process. Officials said each year Congress considers appropriations bills that fund the federal government and the CPF is part of that process.

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Scholten’s office said, “The House Appropriations Committee allows members of Congress to request these resources for a limited number of local projects, reflecting Representative Scholten’s ongoing work to bring federal investment back to Michigan’s 3rd Congressional District.”

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