First Federal AI Bill Draft Exposed Nationwide
On Wednesday (March 19), Senator Marsha Blackburn took the lead in releasing the "National Artificial Intelligence Policy Framework Discussion Draft." This draft aims to formally convert the executive order signed by President Trump in December 2025 into law. It's important to note that this document is currently only a preliminary discussion draft, and the final legislation still requires a lengthy negotiation process.
The draft establishes a "Duty of Care" for AI developers, requiring them to prevent foreseeable harm during the design and operation phases. Regarding copyright disputes, the draft clearly states that unauthorized use of copyrighted works to train AI does not qualify as "fair use", which will provide stronger legal protections for creators.
| Core Provisions Overview | Specific Impacts |
| 🔹 Minor Protection | Requires social media and other platforms to implement tools that protect users under 17 years of age. |
| 🔹 Digital Likeness Rights | Strictly prohibits the AI replication of a person's voice and visual image without their consent. |
| 🔹 Industry Transparency | Establishes federal guidelines for labeling, verifying, and detecting AI-generated content. |
| 🔹 Employment Reporting System | Relevant companies must report AI-caused layoffs or position replacements to the Department of Labor quarterly. |
Additionally, the draft proposes terminating Section 230 to close potential loopholes that AI companies might use to avoid legal liability. Engadget's analysis indicates that while the current framework content is relatively stringent, some provisions might be de-fanged during subsequent negotiations. Meanwhile, the Republican proposal for third-party audits targeting "political bias" is expected to become a focal point of discussion.
