PYMNTS.com December 11, 2024
Nearly 700 AI bills surfaced in state legislatures in 2024, addressing issues from safety standards to deepfake controls. Colorado passed comprehensive legislation, while California vetoed a key bill, reflecting varied strategies as states fill the regulatory gap left by stalled federal action.
States Move to Shape AI Regulation Landscape in 2024, Report Finds
The CCIA State Policy Center reports that state legislatures are taking an active role in artificial intelligence oversight. In 2024, AI-related bills were introduced in virtually every state, and several measures became law.
The state-level momentum comes as Congress and federal agencies weigh national AI standards. California and Colorado exemplify different regulatory approaches: Colorado enacted comprehensive AI legislation through SB 205, though stakeholders expressed concerns about limited...