Generative AI is revolutionizing the creator economy, boosting innovation and delivering outstanding returns on investment. However, as AI systems become more integrated into various sectors, including advertising, concerns around consumer protection, data privacy, and intellectual property have risen to the forefront of regulatory discussions.
States and the federal government are grappling with the need to establish frameworks that ensure AI technologies are developed and deployed responsibly, safeguarding consumers from potential risks such as biased decision-making, algorithmic transparency, deepfakes, and unfair market practices. As AI technology continues to advance, these regulatory efforts will play a pivotal role in shaping a fair, secure, and transparent digital ecosystem.
Issues We're Watching
Tracking AI Laws in the States
The vacuum created by the federal government's failure to act on AI policy has triggered state-level legislative efforts, catalyzed by escalating advocacy from creators and the business sector.
As AI continues to shape industries and societies, state legislative bodies are rapidly introducing new bills to address its ethical, legal, and economic implications. The 4As provides our members with an up-to-date, comprehensive view of state AI legislative efforts on key issues impacting agencies, allowing our members to track bills from inception to passage, and see how each state is responding to the evolving challenges posed by AI technology.
Our interactive maps offer a clear and intuitive way to follow AI-related legislation at the state level. With detailed tracking of bill status, sponsors, and key actions, you can quickly understand the progress of laws impacting AI in your state and across the nation.
The 4As is monitoring the following state legislation related to copyright and IP protections for content generated by AI systems.
