June 30, 2025:
Congress Considers Blocking State AI Laws for Five Years - A proposed federal law, led by Sen. Ted Cruz, aims to pause state and local AI regulations for five years to prevent a regulatory patchwork and boost U.S. competitiveness. Advocates, including OpenAI's CEO, argue state laws could stifle innovation, while critics believe it limits consumer protection against AI harms.
The proposal, attached to a budget bill, faces bipartisan backlash over states' rights and oversight concerns. As the Senate votes, critics warn that sidelining state laws without a federal alternative grants AI firms unchecked leeway.
