Recent developments in U.S. artificial intelligence regulation have seen the collapse of a proposed federal moratorium, leading to a surge of interest among states to establish their own regulations. The Senate overwhelmingly voted to remove an AI provision from a significant tax bill, signaling a shift in the political dynamics surrounding AI governance. As tech firms push for federal regulations, the debate intensifies over the impact of AI on children and the broader society. Advocates for regulation express concerns about unregulated AI technologies affecting privacy and public health. Meanwhile, legislators are considering new proposals, including a potential whistleblower bill and measures to enhance algorithmic accountability. With a divided Congress on technology issues, states are poised to take the lead in crafting AI legislation, while the future of a nationwide regulatory framework remains uncertain.