US state and federal AI rules collide: Connecticut, Colorado, FTC
US states are adopting strict AI laws on automated decision systems and generative media, but the FTC says federal law could override Colorado's transparency rules. Connecticut's omnibus AI law, SB5, is a leading example of state regulation, and opinion is divided on the role of federal rules.
Who is affected and how
- compliance specialist
- A map of state-by-state AI requirements should be kept, especially for automated decisions and employment.
- corporate lawyer
- Given the uncertainty over federal preemption, the compliance programme should be designed flexibly.
- lawyer
- Clients should be told which state rules apply to them.
Sources
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