US lawmakers have already introduced hundreds of AI bills in 2025

In 2025, US lawmakers proposed 781 AI bills in just 66 days, surpassing 2024's total AI bills.

: In an unprecedented legislative surge, U.S. lawmakers have introduced 781 AI-related bills just two months into 2025, exceeding 2024's total of 743. This legislative frenzy indicates a significant acceleration compared to under 200 AI-related bills proposed in 2023. Maryland, Texas, and Massachusetts are among the states pushing for comprehensive laws due to perceived federal inaction. Meanwhile, the Trump administration's focus remains on fostering AI development free from bias, emphasizing human and economic priorities without backing substantive new legislation.

In a rapid escalation, U.S. lawmakers have already proposed 781 AI-related bills in just over two months of 2025, according to MultiState's tracking tool maintained by consulting professionals. This figure eclipses the total AI-related bills introduced in 2024, which stood at 743, and far surpasses the fewer than 200 proposed in 2023. The swift increase is partly attributed to lingering legislative gaps at the federal level, prompting state-level initiatives to shape AI policy and governance.

Among the numerous bills, Maryland's H.B. 1331 seeks to impose stringent regulations on the development and application of high-risk AI, specifically in making critical decisions. Similarly, Texas is progressing with its Texas Responsible AI Governance Act, aiming for expansive oversight on AI implementation. Massachusetts' HD 3750 focuses on transparency, mandating healthcare insurance providers to disclose AI usage when reviewing insurance claims.

Adam Thierer, a watcher on the subject, highlighted this legislative surge in a tweet on March 7, 2025, noting the staggering volume of bills in a short period. Thierer's observations underscore the frenetic pace of AI-related legislative initiatives and suggest states' keen interest in shaping AI law as federal efforts lag.

The Trump administration, although active in promoting AI's advancement, has been cautious in endorsing comprehensive AI governance measures. An executive order signed by former President Trump in late January emphasized fostering AI that aligns with human flourishing, economic competition, and national security, yet refrained from diving into detailed legislative frameworks seen in Europe.

This discrepancy between state and federal actions exemplifies a broader trend of decentralized policymaking in AI governance. While federal entities deliberate on comprehensive strategies, states have accelerated their legislative processes, addressing the technology's ethical and practical implications on society and the economy. The ongoing developments in legislative arenas signify a complex interplay between ethical AI deployment, regulatory foresight, and entrepreneurial freedom.

Sources: MultiState, Adam Thierer

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