Connecticut Lawmaker Gains Prominence as States Grapple With AI

Connecticut lawmakers will consider a new artificial intelligence measure this term, crafted by a state legislator who’s part of a national movement seeking to regulate without stifling the emerging technology.

State Sen. James Maroney (D) is set to roll out legislation next week, created with the help of an informal interstate working group of dozens of legislators devoted to avoiding a patchwork of regulations tech companies warn would be overly burdensome for businesses.

The legislation (SB 2) to be unveiled next week would crack down on AI-made political deepfakes and revenge pornography, while also addressing ...