Bipartisan AI Bills Advance: Lieu/Obernolte + GUARD Act/Deepfakes
Key Questions
What bipartisan AI bills are advancing federally?
Over 20 federal bills progress, including the Lieu/Obernolte package and Main Street Act for grants and training. These target jobs, privacy, economy, and kids' safety. 80% support standards amid deepfakes concerns.
How is California responding to AI deepfakes?
CA bills SB163 and SB217 target deepfakes and AI misuse. They complement federal efforts without preemption. 40 organizations oppose federal overrides of state laws.
What do 40 organizations say about AI preemption?
40 orgs urge Congress against preempting state AI laws, emphasizing workers' needs for quick action. They push centering labor in legislation. This counters delays in federal standards.
20+ federal bills + Main Street Act; GUARD bans AI kids/teens (verify/penalties); CA deepfakes; 40 orgs vs preemption; 80% standards/jobs/privacy/kids.
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Updated May 6, 2026