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Lawmakers Propose AI ‘Kill Switch’ Legislation

Updated 2026-07-23 14:25 UTC 1 source Neutral

Lawmakers are preparing to introduce the 'AI Kill Switch Act,' which would require AI companies to shut down or throttle their systems on orders from the Department of Homeland Security. Reps. Ted Lieu and Nathaniel Moran are expected to sponsor the bill.

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Lawmakers are preparing to introduce an "AI Kill Switch Act" that would require AI companies to shut down or throttle their systems on orders from the Department of Homeland Security, according to a report from Politico. Reps. Ted Lieu (D-CA) and Nathaniel Moran (R-TX) are expected to introduce the
2026-07-23 14:13 UTC
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