A super PAC supported by tech companies has set its sights on New York Assembly member Alex Bores and his congressional campaign. The pro-AI super PAC, called Leading the Future, emerged in August with a substantial financial commitment exceeding $100 million to back policymakers advocating for a hands-off approach to AI regulation.
Bores, who is vying to represent New York’s 12th Congressional District, has been vocal about the increasing concerns surrounding AI among his constituents. Worries range from environmental impacts of data centers to the societal implications of automation and chatbot usage.
Key to this conflict is Bores’ sponsorship of the RAISE Act, a bipartisan bill in New York that mandates strict safety protocols for large AI labs, necessitating safety plans, incident reporting, and risk mitigation strategies. The bill also enforces penalties for non-compliance, up to $30 million, aiming to ensure responsible AI development and deployment.
Throughout the legislative process, Bores engaged in discussions with major AI entities like OpenAI, resulting in adjustments to the bill to address industry concerns.
Source: TechCrunch