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Sanders, Casar Propose Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act

Sanders co-proposed legislation that would pause advanced AI development and permanently ban artificial superintelligence.

Sanders, Casar Propose Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act
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This article1 analysis · Oct 5, 2026
Sep 24, 2026
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Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar introduced legislation to pause advanced AI development until federal safety oversight is established and to permanently ban artificial superintelligence. The proposal would also create a federal agency and impose penalties for violations.

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Bernie Sanders
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Co-proposer of the Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act.

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Greg Casar
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Representative and co-proposer of the Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act

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Donald Trump
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Sanders and Casar Introduce Bill to Ban AI Superintelligence

Bernie Sanders and Rep. Greg Casar introduced a bill to ban artificial superintelligence, pause advanced AI development until safety rules are set, and establish a federal AI agency. Left-leaning outlets frame the proposal around AI risks and safeguards before further development. Center outlets describe the bill and place it within debates over regulation, political prospects and competing approaches. Right-leaning outlets highlight support for the measure while raising concerns that restrictions could slow U.S. development as China advances.

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