Trump warned states not to regulate AI, but Republican and Democratic lawmakers are doing it anyway

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Following President Trump’s warning against state-level AI regulation six months ago, states have continued to introduce AI laws to address issues like children’s safety, employer use of AI, and catastrophic risks from AI technology.
State legislators have become more cautious due to concerns that broad regulations could hinder the AI industry’s development, focusing instead on targeted legislation.
Trump’s executive order aimed to challenge overly strict state laws and preempt federal action, but it hasn’t slowed state legislative efforts, leading to increased introductions this year.
Many states, such as Illinois, have advanced laws that require AI developers to create protocols to avoid catastrophic AI failures and have independent audits for compliance.
There is a growing trend to regulate AI chatbot interactions, particularly with children, as well as to enhance transparency about AI when making crucial decisions.
Despite Trump’s directives, several states have continued to implement or advance regulations that aim to prevent potential bias and misuse, although significant progress has stalled in states like Florida.

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