White House Proposes Centralized Federal AI Framework to Preempt State Regulations

The Trump administration released a legislative AI framework seeking to preempt state-level AI laws with a 'minimally burdensome' national standard, arguing fragmented regulation threatens US competitiveness. The framework preserves state authority over fraud, child protection, zoning for data centers, and procurement of AI tools for law enforcement or education. Six guiding principles target protecting children, preventing electricity cost surges, respecting IP rights, and preventing censorship. The move directly challenges California's SB-1047 and similar state AI safety bills advancing in 15+ states.