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Nancy Pelosi Opposes Scott Wiener's California Senate Bill 1047 on AI Regulation

Aug 17, 2024, 04:11 AM

On August 16, 2024, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi publicly opposed California Senate Bill 1047, a controversial piece of legislation aimed at regulating AI models to prevent potential harms. In her statement, Pelosi emphasized the importance of California leading in AI development while protecting consumers, data, and intellectual property. She argued that SB 1047 is more harmful than helpful in achieving these goals. Pelosi's opposition marks a significant stance against the bill, which has been criticized for ignoring established software safety policies. The bill, introduced by Scott Wiener, has sparked significant debate.