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News in English (USA) / 22.06.2025 / 16:00

Debate Intensifies Over Proposed 10-Year Moratorium on State AI Regulations

The ongoing discussions in Congress have spotlighted a contentious proposal that aims to impose a 10-year moratorium on state-level regulations concerning artificial intelligence. Advocates, including major tech companies such as Amazon, Google, and Microsoft, support this measure, arguing it would foster innovation and prevent a patchwork of state laws. However, critics, including lawmakers from both sides, warn that such a ban could leave numerous harms unaddressed, particularly affecting marginalized communities and individuals with disabilities. The Senate parliamentarian has already approved a provision within a GOP megabill that could freeze state AI laws for a decade, leading to a revolt among various stakeholders who believe this undermines state power and hampers necessary regulation. The debate continues, with various factions urging either support for the moratorium or a call to respect the regulatory efforts currently enacted at the state level.
The Guardian, Politico, Axios, Poynter, Financial Times, iatse, The Hill, Atlanta News First, aiin.healthcare, Governing