AI regulatory landscape: three things to know
1. Has the deadline for implementing the EU AI law been delayed?
As part of its new digital omnibus packageOn November 19, the European Commission proposed rules aimed at streamlining compliance. This would include delaying obligations on high-risk AI until harmonized standards, common specifications and Commission guidelines are available, extending the deadline from August 2026 to December 2027. The proposal will now be submitted to EU member states and the European Parliament for discussion. Watch our recent LinkedIn Live.
2. How to prepare for the next phase of European AI law obligations?
Whether or not the deadline for remaining obligations is extended, teams should take several practical steps today as part of their overall AI governance strategy. Read our analysis.
3. How is California addressing the use of AI and genAI in healthcare communications?
California’s recently enacted AB 489 aims to prevent deceptive practices by prohibiting AI systems from using terms that imply licensure or certification in a healthcare profession and protecting consumers from misleading representations in AI-generated health advice, care reports, or reviews. Read our analysis.
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AI legal activity we monitor
Trump administration drafts executive order
The Press reported that the White House is preparing to issue an executive order establishing a federal AI policy framework designed to prevent conflicting state regulations through several mechanisms, including a federal task force to evaluate existing state AI laws and challenge any laws deemed to violate First Amendment protections.
Pennsylvania Chatbot Bill
PA Senate advances bill BS 1090the “Safeguarding Adolescents from Exploitative Chatbots and Harmful AI Technology Act,” which would require companies to implement disclosures and safeguards, such as reminders to take a break every three hours, prevent sexual content, and establish a protocol to prevent them from producing suicidal or harmful content.
New York RAISE Law
The “Responsible AI Security” bill (SB6953B) is still on the governor’s desk. This landmark legislation would prohibit large developers from deploying frontier models that create an unreasonable risk of critical harm and require written safety and security protocols. Governor Hochul has until the end of the year to act on the bill.
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