Senate Alters Tax Bill to Block State AI Regulations | JQJO

Senate Republicans revised their tax bill to prevent states from regulating AI for a decade, replacing a direct ban with a condition tying federal broadband funding to the absence of state AI regulations. This change, aimed at satisfying Senate rules for a simple majority vote, has drawn criticism from state lawmakers and some digital safety advocates. While some AI executives support the move, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene voiced opposition, citing concerns about federal overreach. The revised provision will be reviewed by the Senate parliamentarian before the bill's expected passage later this month, which also includes changes to spectrum auctions and tax cuts.