A proposed law known as the AI Kill Switch Act aims to give US government officials the authority to order the shutdown of AI systems deemed capable of causing catastrophic harm, according to the bill's sponsors. If passed by Congress, the legislation would enable the current and future administrations to mandate that AI companies block user access, disable specific capabilities, or completely shut down their AI systems. The bill seeks to amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002, granting the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security the power to suspend or shut down AI systems. AI developers who do not comply with shutdown orders could face fines of up to $20 million for each day of non-compliance.
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Proposed AI Kill Switch Act Would Allow Government Shutdown of AI Systems
The AI Kill Switch Act is a proposed law that would allow US government officials to order the shutdown of AI systems that pose a risk of catastrophic harm. The bill, if approved, would amend the Homeland Security Act of 2002 and impose fines on AI developers who fail to comply with shutdown orders.
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AI Kill Switch Act would let Trump admin order shutdown of rogue AI systems
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Proposed AI Kill Switch Act Would Allow Government Shutdown of AI Systems