September 21, 2026

Senate Republicans Urge Swift Action on AI Safety as Midterms Approach

Senators John Curtis, Josh Hawley, and John Kennedy are advocating for urgent AI safety legislation as fears about AI risks grow.
Hawley is planning a hearing on AI surveillance and investigating OpenAI's practices, while Kennedy is calling for a bill requiring AI firms to implement kill switches.
Congress may not address AI regulation until after the midterms, with significant legislative action likely delayed until early next year.

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