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State AI Regulation Rises Amidst Federal Delay

Sep 18, 2026
State AI Regulation Rises Amidst Federal Delay

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro is advocating for a "proceed-and-regulate" approach to artificial intelligence, a significant move that positions states as the primary drivers of AI governance amidst federal inaction. Announced in an exclusive NBC News interview, this strategy directly counters calls for a developmental moratorium, championed by some tech leaders, and aligns with the pragmatic, pro-innovation stance of firms like Microsoft. Shapiro