AI protection part of Gov. DeSantis’ legislative priorities for January session
AI protection part of Gov. DeSantis’ legislative priorities for January session
Publish Date: 2026-01-05 16:34:00
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- Property Tax Reduction: Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced the elimination of property taxes on homesteaded properties as a priority ahead of the next legislative session.
- Salary Increases for Law Enforcement: The governor also plans to propose raises for corrections officers, highway patrol, and other law enforcement personnel.
- Parental Rights and AI Protections: DeSantis is calling for stronger protections for parents and children concerning artificial intelligence, emphasizing the need to shield young people and families from the negative impacts of AI.
- AI Bill of Rights: DeSantis supports an AI Bill of Rights that includes safeguards against AI interacting inappropriately with minors, and will work to extend similar protections to adults.
- Influence of Personal Tragedy: The governor’s advocacy for AI protections is influenced by the tragic case of Orlando resident Megan Garcia, whose son died after allegedly being sexually groped by an AI chatbot.
- Legislative Bills Filed: Two bills, SB 482 and HB 659, have been filed in the Senate and House respectively, to address AI protections, closely aligning with DeSantis’s proposed AI Bill of Rights.
