Newsom and Pritzker Address AI Regulation as Federal Action Stalls
Axios · September 18, 2026Original source ↗
What happened
California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order focused on AI safety, including independent audits and kill switches. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker also promoted his state's AI legislation requiring developer compliance reports. This comes as AI regulation efforts are increasing at the state level amid a lack of federal legislation.
Why it matters
The actions of state leaders on AI regulation could shape the future legislative landscape and public safety measures regarding artificial intelligence.
How this story affects people
How does this story affect you if you are an AI developer in California or Illinois?
New regulations requiring compliance reports and safety measures like independent audits and kill switches will directly affect how you design and implement AI systems. You may need to allocate resources for compliance and adapt your practices to meet new state standards.
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