The Senate passed the GOP’s “Big Beautiful Bill” after removing a highly controversial provision that would have imposed a 10-year federal moratorium on new state laws regulating artificial intelligence. The removal came after bipartisan criticism from lawmakers, civil rights groups, and organizations concerned about consumer protection, privacy, and child safety. Critics argued that blocking states from acting while Congress is stalled on AI regulation would leave Americans vulnerable to the risks and abuses of AI technology. Supporters of the moratorium, including major tech companies, warned that a patchwork of state laws could stifle innovation and hurt U.S. competitiveness against China. The move demonstrates deep division over how to oversee AI and the balance between federal and state regulatory powers.
Senate Removes AI Law Moratorium from “Big, Beautiful Bill” Amid Bipartisan Backlash
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