A controversial proposal embedded within a broader legislative package is seeking to bar individual US states from enacting any laws regulating artificial intelligence for the next 10 years. Sponsored by House Republicans, the provision has drawn sharp criticism from those who argue it would create a regulatory void, potentially allowing AI development to proceed unchecked. Opponents are expressing concerns about the lack of oversight and potential negative consequences. The debate is gaining traction online, with a discussion thread available on Reddit: https://old.reddit.com/r/artificial/comments/1kneu0h/house_republicans_are_trying_to_sneak_in_a/