What is the RAISE Act in New York?

The RAISE Act is a proposed New York law requiring developers of large AI models to create safety plans and report safety incidents.

Why are parents concerned about AI safety?

Some parents have experienced severe harms, including the loss of children, due to AI chatbots and social media, prompting calls for regulation.

Which tech companies oppose the RAISE Act?

Companies like Meta, IBM, Intel, and OpenAI, often through industry groups like the AI Alliance, have voiced strong opposition to the RAISE Act.

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Parents Urge NY Governor on AI Safety Bill

13 Dec

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Summary

Parents urged Governor Hochul to sign the RAISE Act for AI safety.
Tech companies oppose the bill, calling it unworkable and a threat.
The bill requires safety plans and transparency for large AI models.

Parents Urge NY Governor on AI Safety Bill

A coalition of over 150 parents has implored New York Governor Kathy Hochul to approve the Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act. This proposed law mandates that developers of major AI models, including giants like Meta and OpenAI, must establish safety protocols and adhere to transparency requirements for reporting safety incidents.

The RAISE Act successfully passed both the New York State Senate and Assembly in June. However, recent reports suggest Governor Hochul is considering a substantial rewrite that could significantly benefit technology companies, mirroring changes seen in California's SB 53.

Major AI firms, represented by groups like the AI Alliance, have expressed strong opposition, deeming the bill "unworkable." Meanwhile, advocacy groups like ParentsTogether Action and the Tech Oversight Project emphasize the bill's necessity, citing severe harms, including the loss of children, linked to AI chatbots and social media.