Hey tech fam! 🚀 In a surprising twist, U.S. House Republicans have snuck a clause into their signature tax bill that would ban states from regulating artificial intelligence for a full decade.
This move aims to give the booming AI industry a unified, easy-to-follow framework, avoiding a patchwork of state rules that could slow innovation. However, many state governments and state attorneys general aren’t cheering. Critics like California state Sen. Scott Wiener argue that states are already working hard to protect citizens—especially against risks like AI deepfakes in political campaigns—making the clause an example of federal overreach.
Adding fuel to the debate, Sen. John Cornyn from Texas noted that the provision might stumble in the Senate due to the Byrd Rule, which requires budget reconciliation bills to stick strictly to budgetary matters. In simple terms, while the idea could boost AI innovation, it’s facing significant procedural hurdles.
This controversy highlights the ongoing challenge of balancing groundbreaking tech with public safety. Stay tuned as the debate unfolds in Washington!
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U.S. Republicans include a 10-year ban on states regulating AI in bill
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