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Signed a sweeping executive order restricting state AI regulations
President Trump signed an executive order limiting states’ ability to regulate artificial intelligence.
Established a DOJ task force to challenge state AI laws
The executive order directed the Department of Justice to create a task force to challenge conflicting state AI laws.
Cut federal broadband funding for states enforcing restrictive AI laws
The order instructed the Department of Commerce to withhold broadband funding from states with restrictive AI regulations.
Signed the RAISE Act in New York requiring AI safety disclosures
New York approved legislation requiring AI developers to publish safety protocols for their models.
Implemented statewide tech laws across the U.S. beginning January 1, 2026
New state-level technology laws took effect nationwide on January 1, 2026.
Required California AI developers to publish safety and security information
California enacted laws obligating AI companies to disclose safety and security systems.
Regulated AI-generated political content in Nevada
Nevada imposed regulations on election-related AI-generated political material.
Blocked Texas from enforcing age-verification rules for app stores
Courts halted Texas from enforcing an app store age-verification policy.
Enforced right-to-repair laws in Colorado and Washington
Right-to-repair laws now require manufacturers to supply parts and repair documentation.
Imposed restrictions on crypto ATMs in Colorado
Colorado enacted transaction limits and refund protections for cryptocurrency ATM usage.
Adopted multiple new state data-privacy frameworks nationwide
States introduced updated regulatory frameworks governing digital data privacy.
Identified federal and state AI policy conflicts in 2026
Experts highlighted friction between federal directives and state-level AI rules.
Finalized major federal and state AI safety laws taking effect in 2026
States activated a series of AI safety and transparency laws.
Announced FTC workshop agenda on age-verification technologies
The FTC published the agenda for its workshop on age-verification technology.
Appealed federal court ruling in Meta monopolization case
The FTC appealed a ruling in favor of Meta Platforms in a monopolization case.