Sanders and Casar Propose…Sanders and Casar Propose Superintelligence Ban and Federal AI Agency

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar proposed legislation that would permanently prohibit artificial superintelligence, pause development of the most advanced AI systems until federal safety rules are established, and require approval before deployment. The bill would create a Department of Artificial Intelligence and authorize significant penalties for violations, but faces uncertain prospects in a Republican-controlled Congress. Its proposal adds to debate over catastrophic risks, U.S. competitiveness with China, and the scope of federal oversight.