Gov. Moore announces AI rules

Maryland Governor Wes Moore proposed new AI regulations to protect citizens from risks like deepfakes and discrimination.

“With the speed with which AI is moving, Marylanders deserve guardrails that safeguard their rights, privacy, and dignity.”

National AI debate intensifies

Politicians from both parties warn AI could spiral out of human control, with former President Obama urging concrete safety measures and Trump dismissing concerns as a hoax.

State action fills federal gap

Maryland steps in after Congress fails to act on AI regulation, with governors like Moore creating task forces to address risks.

Frontier AI rules

Regulations target 'frontier' AI companies with worker protections, independent audits, and 72-hour incident reporting requirements.

Cloning and identity protection

New rules allow individuals to seek relief when their likeness is cloned and prohibit AI impersonation for harm.

Anti-discrimination measures

Bans algorithms that enable discrimination in tenant screening and collusion among landlords to increase rents.

Children's AI safety

Requires 'do no harm' policies for school AI use while ensuring students are ready for an AI-shaped world.