Two senators unveil groundbreaking AI legislation framework to regulate the technology
In a move to regulate the rapidly advancing field of artificial intelligence (AI), two senators, Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.), have collaborated to present a bipartisan framework. This framework aims to establish comprehensive and enforceable protections for AI. Unlike the current tech liability shield, the proposal requires AI companies to apply for licensing to ensure accountability and safeguard consumers.
Blumenthal expressed his excitement about the framework, stating, “This bipartisan blueprint is a significant milestone. It paves the way for addressing both the potential benefits and dangers associated with AI.” He further emphasized the importance of building a supportive coalition for this proposed legislation by engaging with industry leaders.
Hawley agreed with his counterpart, asserting that these principles should constitute the foundation for future AI regulation by Congress. The framework proposes the establishment of an independent oversight body responsible for administering a licensing regime. Companies developing AI models would need to register with this authority, which would possess the power to audit applicants to ensure compliance.
The proposal also seeks to clarify that Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, which currently shields tech companies from legal consequences related to third-party content, does not apply to AI. Additionally, the framework emphasizes the importance of transparency, consumer protection, safeguarding children, and national security.
Blumenthal and Hawley, who are the leading members of the Senate Judiciary subcommittee on privacy, technology, and law, also announced a forthcoming hearing. This hearing will feature testimony from industry experts, including Brad Smith (Microsoft Vice Chairman and President), William Dally (NVIDIA Chief Scientist and Senior Vice President of Research), and Woodrow Hartzog (Professor at Boston University School of Law).
This announcement comes just before Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s (D-N.Y.) AI forum, where leaders from top AI companies will brief lawmakers on the potential risks and benefits of AI. Schumer had previously released his AI framework in June, which outlined a broad set of key principles.
© 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Denial of responsibility! Vigour Times is an automatic aggregator of Global media. In each content, the hyperlink to the primary source is specified. All trademarks belong to their rightful owners, and all materials to their authors. For any complaint, please reach us at – [email protected]. We will take necessary action within 24 hours.
