Link: A look at the Texas Responsible AI Governance Act, which was formally introduced in the Texas legislature and has very broad negligence liability for developers (Dean W. Ball/Hyperdimensional)

The Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA), or HB 1709, represents the most aggressive AI regulation in the US, now introduced formally into the Texas legislature.

This bill sets out to tackle algorithmic discrimination across varied consumer bases, introducing comprehensive measures including liability for potential discriminatory impacts regardless of intent.

TRAIGA enforces the creation of multiple detailed compliance documents for AI system developers and deployers, updated regularly to adapt to ongoing changes and advancements in AI technology.

The bill's critique extends to its open-source AI exemptions, viewed as inadequate and vague, potentially ensnaring developers within extensive regulatory checubes.

Furthermore, TRAIGA establishes a robust AI regulator, the Texas Artificial Intelligence Council, aimed at overseeing ethical AI deployment. However, I view the comprehensive powers granted to this council as a potential gateway to regulatory capture by special interests.

In conclusion, while TRAIGA presents significant refinements from its initial draft and other state bills, it remains a contentious model, heavy with preemptive regulations that could hinder technological innovation. #

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