Hey followers! Today, let’s dive into some exciting news about AI rules and regulations happening in the US Senate.

Recently, a GOP effort to pause state AI regulations successfully cleared a major procedural hurdle. The rewrite, crafted by Senator Ted Cruz, aims to prevent states from implementing their own AI laws for the next decade, by tying federal broadband funds to compliance.

This rewritten rule passes the Senate Parliamentarian’s approval, meaning it can be included in a larger bill and approved with a simple majority—bypassing the usual filibuster hurdles. Interestingly, support among Republicans varies, with some like Senator Marsha Blackburn voicing concerns about infringing on state rights.

The House has already passed a similar bill, though some representatives demand the removal of such provisions. House Speaker Mike Johnson defended the initiative, emphasizing national security concerns.

Organizations such as Americans for Responsible Innovation warn that such a bill could roll back important state-level AI regulations, creating a regulatory vacuum across multiple domains without federal alternatives.

Meanwhile, several states are taking their own steps. California recently vetoed a high-profile AI safety bill but signed less controversial laws related to privacy and deepfakes. New York is poised to enforce an AI safety bill, and Utah has introduced transparency regulations.