The overwhelming vote to remove the AI moratorium from the budget bill indicates significant opposition from voters and state leaders across party lines. Congress has been criticized for its inaction regarding AI issues, such as deepfakes, discrimination, and privacy, leaving states to manage regulation. Some GOP lawmakers attempted to link federal broadband funding to AI regulation, suggesting funding only if states eased their rules. This move failed to satisfy critics, demonstrating the urgency for effective AI oversight at the federal level.
"Americans deserve sensible guardrails as AI develops, and if Congress isn't prepared to step up to the plate, it shouldn't prevent states from addressing the challenge."
"We hope that after such a resounding rebuke, Congressional leaders understand that it's time for them to start treating AI harms with the seriousness they deserve."
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