States are taking action to regulate AI due to a lack of federal laws
From Pew Research Center: 2024-07-22 12:02:47
State legislators are taking action on regulating artificial intelligence in the absence of new federal laws. States like Colorado have signed sweeping regulatory laws focusing on consumer harm and discrimination by AI systems. Legislators have introduced bills criminalizing inappropriate computer-generated images, prioritizing consumer privacy and creating oversight commissions for AI. Over 300 AI-related bills have been introduced in states this year, signaling a significant increase in legislation around AI. This surge in legislative activity comes as AI technologies become more prevalent in everyday life, from customer service chatbots to deepfakes. Legislators are grappling with balancing industry innovation with protecting consumer privacy and preventing discrimination. The adoption of AI is impacting industries such as banking, marketing, and entertainment, but the lack of clear regulations raises concerns about privacy and discrimination. Representative Krista Griffith, who sponsored the Delaware Personal Data Privacy Act, emphasizes the importance of protecting constituents’ data and understanding how AI technologies are being utilized. As AI governance becomes more complex, organizations are turning to platforms like Trustible to identify risky uses of AI and ensure compliance with existing regulations. States are seeking to create protections around the use of AI through laws focused on transparency, accountability, and privacy. 28 states have already passed nearly 60 laws addressing various aspects of AI use and regulation, signaling a growing trend in state-level AI legislation. Legislative efforts on AI regulation encompass interdisciplinary collaboration and oversight, data privacy, and protection against discrimination. States are creating avenues for industry stakeholders to collaborate on regulating AI, addressing concerns about the potential impacts of unregulated AI systems.
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