President Donald Trump is considering an executive order that would grant the federal government extensive authority over regulating artificial intelligence (AI). The proposed order includes the establishment of an ‘AI Litigation Task Force’ overseen by the Attorney General, with the mandate to challenge state AI laws that are viewed as impeding AI industry advancement.
According to The Verge, the Task Force could potentially litigate against states with laws perceived as hindering AI growth, such as California’s AI safety laws and Colorado’s law against ‘algorithmic discrimination.’
The administration’s AI Action Plan aims to spur industry innovation by bypassing what it considers burdensome local regulations. Key federal agencies like the FCC, Department of Commerce, and Federal Trade Commission are slated to execute the plan within 90 days of the order. The Department of Justice, under this directive, will work towards identifying states not in compliance with the administration’s AI policies.
Source: The Verge