Representatives Jay Obernolte and Lori Trahan released draft legislation to establish a national artificial intelligence framework. The bill mandates comprehensive risk-management plans for developers of the most powerful AI systems.
The proposal prohibits states from enacting individual laws targeting AI model development. This preemption seeks to eliminate a fragmented regulatory patchwork across the country.
Tech industry leaders support the unified framework. AI safety advocates warn the move could weaken stronger state-level protections.