politics
December 3, 2025
Another bid to block state AI regulation has failed…for now
Republicans’ attempt to ban state AI regulations was removed from the defense bill after bipartisan opposition, underscoring tensions between tech-industry demands, consumer protection concerns, and Trump’s push for sweeping federal preemption.
TL;DR
- A proposal to ban states from regulating AI was rejected in an annual defense bill.
- The measure faced bipartisan pushback.
- Republican leaders are looking for alternative legislative options.
- Silicon Valley supports preempting state regulations to avoid a patchwork of rules and foster innovation.
- Critics argue blocking state laws would cede control to Big Tech without oversight.
- President Trump has supported the ban, and a draft executive order was considered.
- Previous attempts to include a moratorium on state AI laws also failed.
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