Sen. Gounardes' AI safety bill clears both chambers of NY legislature
Briefly

The Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act has been passed by New York's legislature, marking a significant step towards regulating artificial intelligence. Sponsored by Senator Andrew Gounardes and Assemblymember Alex Bores, the bill targets major AI developers like Meta and OpenAI, requiring them to establish safety plans to mitigate risks including bioweapons and automated crime. It holds these companies accountable for risky AI developments and allows the Attorney General to enforce penalties. The bill has gained bipartisan support amid concerns over federal regulations that could derail state-level AI safety initiatives.
The RAISE Act requires AI developers to create safety plans, covering risks from automated crimes to bioweapons, ensuring public safety against potential AI threats.
The bill mandates the largest AI firms to adhere to security protocols and authorizes the New York Attorney General to impose civil penalties for non-compliance.
Read at Brooklyn Eagle
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