House of Representatives Adjourns Until November, Delaying AI Regulation Action
The U.S. House of Representatives adjourned for the remainder of September until mid-November, effectively delaying any legislative action on regulating artificial intelligence (AI) ahead of the midterm elections in November. This decision comes despite urgent calls from top executives at major AI firms like Anthropic and OpenAI to establish regulatory frameworks following concerns about potential existential risks posed by advanced AI systems. House Speaker Mike Johnson cited the need for members to return to their districts for campaigning as a reason for adjourning early, shifting responsibility onto the Senate to take action. However, this move has drawn criticism from some lawmakers and experts who argue that Congress is failing in its duty amid growing public concern over AI safety. Rep. Sam Liccardo (D-Calif.) led 107 Democrats in urging Johnson to keep the House in session for urgent legislative work on AI regulation. He emphasized the long-term consequences of congressional inaction, stating future generations may hold lawmakers accountable.
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