Rep. Jay Obernolte, co-chair of the House Bipartisan Taskforce on Artificial Intelligence and U.S. Congressman representing California’s 23rd district, recently highlighted his ongoing work at the intersection of technology, music, and public resources through a series of posts on social media.
On September 12, 2025, Obernolte stated: “I was pleased to welcome music professionals for a roundtable discussion on the intersection of artificial intelligence and music. As co-chair of the House Bipartisan Taskforce on Artificial Intelligence, I remain committed to fostering innovation while also safeguarding the https://t.co/Id122912A7”.
Two days later, on September 14, he shared his participation in an industry event: “It was a privilege to help kick off the Entertainment Software Association’s “Composers of the Video Game Industry” event and celebrate two of the most powerful forces shaping our culture: video games and music. Artificial intelligence is giving composers new tools to create https://t.co/CEmWbe8Ols”.
Later that same day, Obernolte addressed matters concerning military training and local events: “I spoke on the House floor in support of my amendment to ensure Marine training at Twentynine Palms can expand while protecting local aviation and events like King of the Hammers. Airspace is a public resource, and I will keep pressing the DOD and FAA to finally deliver a system https://t.co/rp0sOSjv5C”.
Obernolte has served in Congress since 2021 after previously serving in the California State Assembly from 2014 to 2020. He succeeded Paul Cook as representative for California’s 23rd District. Born in Chicago in 1970 and now residing in Big Bear Lake, Obernolte holds a Bachelor of Science degree from California Institute of Technology.
