Archive · 23 Jun 2025
Trump's Bill May Prevent State AI Regulation, Faces Opposition
A new bill includes a rule that stops states from making their own AI laws for ten years.
This means states can't regulate AI, or they might lose money for internet services.
Some lawmakers don't like this rule.
They think states should be able to protect their citizens and prevent things like fake videos.
Others believe this is needed to prevent different rules in each state and to help AI grow quickly, so the US can compete with countries like China.
Senate parliamentarian ruled AI provision doesn't need 60 votes.
Provision prohibits states from regulating AI for 10 years, affecting broadband funding.
Senators Hawley and Blackburn plan to amend the provision.
Provision impacts state laws like Tennessee's ELVIS Act, combating deepfakes.
Proponents argue moratorium prevents conflicting state regulations and competitive disadvantage.
- Who
- Donald Trump's bill is the subject, along with Republican and Democratic Senators.
- What
- A provision in the One Big, Beautiful Bill Act that prohibits states from regulating AI for 10 years.
- When
- The Senate parliamentarian ruled recently on the AI provision.
- Where
- The provision is part of legislation being debated in the U.S. Senate.
- Why
- Proponents say it is needed to prevent a patchwork of state regulations and maintain US competitiveness.
Opposing Viewpoints on State AI Regulation
Proponents of the Provision
State Rights vs. Federal Oversight
Opposing Viewpoints on State AI Regulation
Some Senators and state officials want states to retain the power to regulate AI, citing the need to protect citizens and their image and voices from deepfakes and unauthorized use.
Proponents of the Provision
Proponents of the provision want to prevent a patchwork of state regulations that would slow the development of AI and put the U.S. at a competitive disadvantage.
- Legislation
- One Big, Beautiful Bill Act
- Key Provision
- 10-year moratorium on state AI regulation
- Senate Parliamentarian Ruling
- Provision doesn't need 60-vote threshold
- Impact
- Could impact state laws like Tennessee's ELVIS Act.
- Proponents' Argument
- Prevent conflicting regulations and encourage AI development