As introduced: - Requires large developers of powerful artificial intelligence models to establish and comply with a public risk management framework to address catastrophic risks. - Mandates annual third-party audits of the risk management framework. Requires developers to report critical safety incidents to the Department of Justice. - Establishes whistleblower protections for employees of AI developers who report catastrophic risks or other violations of the act. - Authorizes the attorney general to seek civil penalties of up to $1 million for a first violation and $10 million for subsequent violations. - Preempts local governments from enacting similar regulations concerning the management of catastrophic risk by AI developers.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Apr 1, 2026 | S | Read second time by title and referred to the Committee on Commerce, Consumer Protection and International Affairs. |
Mar 31, 2026 | S | Introduced in the Senate. Read by title and placed on the Calendar for a second reading. |
| Last Action | Apr 1, 2026 |
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| Year | 2026 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Apr 1, 2026 |
| Updated | Apr 2, 2026 |