The US is advancing AI safety through state and federal action
OpenAI
The US is building a national AI safety framework by aligning state-level initiatives with federal governance to promote democratic standards.Summary
The US is developing a coherent approach to frontier AI governance by harmonizing state-level legislation with federal initiatives. States like California, New York, and Illinois are creating a de facto national standard through shared requirements for safety frameworks, risk assessments, and independent audits. OpenAI advocates for this 'reverse federalism' to avoid a fragmented regulatory landscape while emphasizing that the federal government must lead on national security and technical testing. Ultimately, this coordinated strategy aims to establish a US-led, democratic global AI standard that ensures advanced technology is developed and deployed securely.
(Source：OpenAI)