Tony Cárdenas
DemocratCA · House
PAC Donations Received
$123,400
Biography
Representative from California's 29th district who focuses on AI's consumer protection dimensions, particularly for minority and underserved communities. Cárdenas has raised concerns about algorithmic discrimination in consumer-facing AI systems.
AI Policy Stance
Consumer protection and equity. Focuses on AI's impact on Latino and minority consumers, including algorithmic discrimination in lending, housing, and advertising.
Committee Assignments
Energy and Commerce
Key Bills & Initiatives
- •AI consumer protection proposals
- •Algorithmic fairness in advertising
Key Statements
"AI bias is not theoretical — it's affecting real families in my district right now."
"Consumer protection in the age of AI must include protecting communities of color."