TALLAHASSEE, Florida — President Donald Trump is signaling he will move to curb state-level artificial intelligence regulations, pushing back against Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s sweeping new proposal to limit AI use by government, companies, and technology firms. DeSantis’s plan, detailed Friday, includes protections against “deep fakes,” restrictions on government use of Chinese-made AI tools, bans on unauthorized use of personal likeness, and expanded data privacy rules.
Trump responded Monday on Truth Social, saying he intends to issue an executive order establishing “one rulebook” for artificial intelligence, arguing that requiring companies to comply with 50 different state policies would be unworkable. He said the U.S. currently leads the global AI race but risks falling behind if states impose conflicting regulations. Trump did not provide details on the forthcoming order but has previously reversed several AI-related policies enacted during the Biden administration.
Florida lawmakers are reviewing AI issues this week across multiple subcommittees, examining workplace impacts, infrastructure applications, and government use of AI. DeSantis previously signed a Digital Bill of Rights in 2023 that expanded Floridians’ personal data protections, including requirements for search engine transparency.
A 2024 bill that sought to limit government use of AI-powered cameras for detecting concealed firearms did not advance, with sponsors citing Fourth Amendment concerns. Lawmakers say rapid advances in technology continue to challenge privacy laws and regulatory frameworks.
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