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Rush to regulate AI divides Democrats in Congress

Recent proposals to regulate artificial intelligence show Democratic paths diverging between cooperation and compromise on the one hand and sweeping regulations on the other. Growing public angst about the new technology and its impact on jobs, communities and the environment has fueled both ends of the spectrum and, even in…

Bipartisan AI draft proposes three-year preemption of state laws

Bipartisan AI draft proposes three-year preemption of state laws

Another artificial intelligence regulation framework has joined the growing ranks on Capitol Hill, this time focused primarily on model safety and workforce impacts. Reps. Jay Obernolte, R-Calif., and Lori Trahan, D-Mass., unveiled their long-expected framework as a discussion draft bill on Thursday. Notably, it includes a three-year preemption of state…

White House holds back on national AI framework specifics

White House holds back on national AI framework specifics

A leader of the White House’s artificial intelligence strategy offered House lawmakers few details on its planned legislative proposal.

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House passes bill to to combat fentanyl trafficking, sending it to Trump's desk

The House has passed bipartisan legislation aimed at cracking down on fentanyl

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At the Races: Breaking ranks - Roll Call

Catch up on the political news of the past week in the latest At the Races newsletter, including ranked choice voting and new campaign bids.

Republicans Advised to Avoid In-Person Town Halls Following Heated Confrontations Over Trump Layoffs

The caution comes on the same day in which California Republican Jay Obernolte was called a nazi during a heated "community coffee"

Republicans' Support For DOGE Stays Strong Despite Being Booed in Their Home States: 'We're Moving Forward'

House Republicans around the country have faced angry constituents in tense town hall meetings, but remain steadfast in their support for Elon Musk's DOGE.

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In 2024, Uncle Sam's AI task force deliberated while worries proliferated

In 2024, Uncle Sam's AI task force deliberated while worries proliferated

Formed in February, Capitol Hill's AI Task Force is tight on time to tackle AI in 2024.

Tech policy likely set for changes after election - Roll Call

Tech policy likely set for changes after election - Roll Call

With Donald Trump winning the presidency and the Senate heading into GOP hands, Republicans are poised to seize control of tech policy.

Data privacy law seen as needed precursor to AI regulation - Roll Call

Data privacy law seen as needed precursor to AI regulation - Roll Call

Lawmakers in both parties acknowledge that they must first resolve data privacy and protection issues before moving on to AI.

Threats like AI-aided bioweapons confound policymakers - Roll Call

Threats like AI-aided bioweapons confound policymakers - Roll Call

AI-generated biothreats are among risks that the White House, U.S. lawmakers and foreign officials are working furiously to prevent.

Europe’s approach to regulate AI seen as too hasty for US - Roll Call

Europe’s approach to regulate AI seen as too hasty for US - Roll Call

Europe has marched forward on AI regulations but U.S. policymakers and interests are calling for a more deliberate approach.

Obernolte, Johnson use tech backgrounds to question TikTok CEO

WASHINGTON — Two lawmakers questioning TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew before a House panel last week flashed their tech credentials, challenging Chew’s reassurances about the safety of the video sharing app for U.S. users.

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Obernolte, Johnson use tech backgrounds to question TikTok CEO - Roll Call

Obernolte, Johnson use tech backgrounds to question TikTok CEO - Roll Call

Two lawmakers use their tech experience to go beneath the surface of TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew's reassurances about the safety of the app.

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Feds say cyberattack caused suicide helpline's outage

A cyberattack caused a nearly daylong outage of the nation’s new 988 mental health helpline late last year, federal officials tell The Associated Press

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California House Republicans, usually in step, split on same-sex marriage as November nears

WASHINGTON — California’s GOP delegation in the U.S. House of Representatives is generally in lockstep.

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Editorial: These California congressmen betrayed voters on Jan. 6

As the nation absorbs the revelations from the congressional hearings on the deadly Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol — among them, that then-President Donald Trump was surrounded by aides telling him there was no evidence of voter fraud and that his scheme to have Vice President Mike…

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