Driving the Day

Today is February 28, 2025, and here are the key policymaker and stakeholder actions on AI you need to know: In Washington, D.C., Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-CA), who co-chaired the House AI Task Force in the last congress, expressed confidence that this Congress would pass a substantial AI bill. Meanwhile, members of Congress introduced several AI-focused bills, including legislation that would establish a task force to investigate the use of AI in the financial services sector. A Forbes contributor discussed how Virginia’s HB 2094 “could set a national standard” for the use of AI in the hiring process. Lastly, U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced plans to work on a trade deal with the U.S. that would focus largely on AI technology, as opposed to a broader free trade agreement.

In this issue:

• Washington in Focus: Axios published an article discussing how Congress has “pumped the brakes” on AI legislation.

• Around the Nation: Arizona’s AI election security committee proposed new policies, including the development of an AI learning lab to help election officials.

• Across the Pond: The EU’s top law enforcement agency announced the arrest of 25 individuals involved in distributing AI-generated child abuse images.

• Global Highlights: China “abruptly” replaced the tech czar behind its AI and chip push.

• Outside Views: Experts believe untangling AI “safety” from AI “security” will be challenging.

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