Michigan labor movement calls for safeguards on AI
Michigan labor movement calls for safeguards on AI
https://www.wilx.com/2026/02/23/michigan-labor-movement-calls-safeguards-ai/
Publish Date: 2026-02-23 11:50:00
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- Michigan’s labor movement, led by the Michigan AFL-CIO, is advocating for guardrails on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to protect workers.
- The upcoming meeting on Monday will involve lawmakers, union members, and supporters, emphasizing the need for legislation to safeguard against AI.
- The Michigan AFL-CIO claims that AI is adversely impacting workers, citing layoffs in Grand Rapids as an example of negative consequences.
- The organization alleges that AI technology is being used to surveil, harass, and potentially steal wages from employees.
- The meeting will be held at 1 p.m. and will be livestreamed by News 10, with the event details available on their streaming app and player.
