I strongly urge you to reconsider the provision in the Budget Reconciliation bill that would prohibit states from regulating artificial intelligence for 10 years. This sweeping measure undermines states' ability to protect their citizens from potential harms and unintended consequences of AI systems. States must retain the autonomy to enact reasonable safeguards and oversight mechanisms tailored to their unique needs and priorities. Generative AI and automated decision systems can perpetuate biases, spread misinformation, and infringe on privacy rights without proper governance. Recent incidents like deepfakes and biased hiring algorithms exemplify the necessity for public oversight. Neutering states' regulatory authority over AI for a decade poses substantial risks to consumer protections and civil liberties. Furthermore, this provision could hinder states' ability to direct federal funding towards AI initiatives that align with local values and policy goals. States should maintain their jurisdictional powers to allocate resources responsibly and address constituent concerns effectively. I implore you to remove this over-broad pre-emption clause from the reconciliation package. Preserving state autonomy in AI regulation is crucial to ensuring public accountability, mitigating societal harms, and upholding democratic principles. A one-size-fits-all approach dictated from the federal level fails to account for diverse regional needs. Responsible AI development necessitates a robust, multi-layered regulatory framework with input from all levels of government.
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