8legs: Ensuring a national policy framework for artificial intelligence

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Trump Signs AI Executive Order Blocking State Regulations

Trump signed an executive order to block state AI regulations and push for a national framework.
The order establishes a federal AI task force to challenge state laws within 30 days.
A report is due within 90 days detailing state laws that conflict with the order or the First Amendment.
The White House suggested withholding broadband funding from states that resist.
The policy follows a recent Truth Social post and cites state AI laws such as Colorado’s as targets.
The administration intends to protect children and safeguard communities while pursuing national standards.
Industry players like Google, Meta, and OpenAI are pushing for national AI standards rather than litigation across states.
The order clarifies it won't target lawful state AI laws such as child safety protections and government procurement.
Experts cited in the article warn that preemption rests with Congress, not the executive branch.

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