US states advance AI regulations: Connecticut's comprehensive AI bill passes legislature for governor's signature; Maryland signs pricing law; Colorado proposes AI Act replacement.
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Connecticut AI Bill Passes Legislature
Senator James Maroney’s SB 5, covering frontier models, chatbots, employment, and provenance, passed both chambers. Governor Ned Lamont, previously opposed to AI regulations, plans to sign it into law. This marks the third attempt after prior veto threats.
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Maryland Signs AI Pricing Bill into Law
Maryland's AI pricing bill was signed into law, regulating transparency in AI service costs. This development adds to growing state-level AI oversight on commercial practices.
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Colorado Introduces Bill to Replace AI Act
Senate Majority Leader Robert Rodriguez filed a bill to repeal and replace the Colorado AI Act, stemming from Governor Polis’ workgroup. It shifts to a disclosure-based regime, removing key original provisions. Legislature closes May 13.
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Oklahoma SB 1521 Advances in House
Oklahoma’s SB 1521 passed the House as amended and returns to the Senate for concurrence. The bill addresses state-specific AI governance issues.
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South Carolina Senate Unanimously Passes AI Therapy Bill
South Carolina’s Senate unanimously approved a bill regulating AI use in therapy and psychotherapy. It aims to ensure ethical standards in mental health AI applications.
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Vermont AI Bills Advance in Senate
Two Vermont bills regulating AI continued advancing in the Senate after House passage. They focus on health care and other AI deployments.
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Florida AI Bill of Rights Fails in Special Session
Florida’s special session ended without passing an AI Bill of Rights; Senate-passed bill died in House. This halts short-term state AI rights legislation.
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Chatbot Bills Advance in Multiple States
Chatbot regulation bills progressed in several US states amid broader AI legislative pushes. Connecticut's bill notably includes chatbot provisions.
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Connecticut Governor to Sign Third AI Law Attempt
After two years of Senate passage but House stalls due to veto threats, Connecticut's AI bill succeeds. Governor Lamont's support signals policy shift.
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State AI Legislation Tracker Notes Busy Week
The sixteenth update highlights rapid advancements in proposed state AI laws affecting private-sector developers. Excludes government, insurance, and other niche AI bills.