In a heated debate over AI regulation, House Republicans are pushing to block states from enacting their own AI laws, arguing a patchwork of state rules could stifle innovation and cede the global AI race to China. This move, part of a GOP budget proposal, calls for a 10-year pause on state regulations to allow Congress time to draft federal rules. At a recent hearing, lawmakers like Rep. Gus Bilirakis (R-Fla.) warned overregulation could chill U.S. competitiveness, while industry voices pointed to the EU’s strict AI laws as a cautionary tale slowing tech growth. But opponents, including Democrats and 40 state attorneys general, argue the moratorium is reckless, leaving gaps in protections against AI risks like deepfakes, spam, and data theft. Rep. Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) called it “putting the cart before the horse,” emphasizing states are filling the void amid federal inaction. Privacy experts stress innovation and safeguards can coexist. With Congress gridlocked, the clash highlights the tightrope walk between fostering AI advancement and shielding consumers from its pitfalls.https://www.wsj.com/articles/gop-defends-ban-on-state-ai-laws-over-data-privacy-concerns-3ad7fbe9?mod=Searchresults_pos2&page=1

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