Sen. Warner proposes AI safety testing requirement before public release
Senator Mark Warner has proposed a bill requiring safety testing for advanced AI systems before public release. Separately, he has also proposed legislation that would require data centers to provide their own power and water or lose federal tax breaks.
Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.) recently introduced two pieces of legislation. The primary bill discussed would mandate safety and security testing for advanced artificial intelligence systems by companies before public release, requiring development in secure "sandboxes" and establishing a federal AI safety board.
Warner attempted to fast-track the AI bill but failed, emphasizing potential risks like cyberattacks on critical infrastructure. Separately, Warner also proposed a bill that would compel data centers to secure their own power and water resources to maintain eligibility for federal tax breaks.