Hochul weighs AI regulations as Trump sets federal rules

Published December 12, 2025 3:08pm ET



(The Center Square) — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is weighing plans to regulate the state’s artificial intelligence sector, even as President Donald Trump seeks to restrict states from regulating the industry.

Hochul is reviewing a proposal approved by the state Legislature, called the Responsible AI Safety and Education Act, which would impose new safety regulations on major AI companies and require disclosure within 72 hours if a company believes harm may be imminent from one of their platforms. 

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