Central Florida senator proposes AI bill to protect kids and data

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Florida is taking steps to establish new rules for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the state. This initiative comes amid concerns from Governor Ron DeSantis about potential real-world risks, especially for children.
State Senator Tom Leek has proposed the AI Bill of Rights (Senate Bill 482), aimed at safeguarding consumers, particularly children, from harmful or misleading AI uses. If passed, this legislation would take effect on July 1, 2026.
Key provisions of the proposed bill (Senate Bill 482):
- AI chatbots would be required to clearly disclose that they are not human.
- Parents would be given more control over AI interactions with their children, including monitoring, restricting, or disabling AI accounts.
- Floridians would have the right to sue if AI misuses their name, image, or likeness without permission, including in advertisements or political content.
Governor DeSantis has recently voiced warnings about the risks of rapid AI development, including the environmental and data infrastructure impacts. He emphasized the need for ethical AI adoption that benefits society and does not displace human jobs.

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