Sen. Jason Brodeur has introduced two bills aimed at regulating artificial intelligence, set to be debated in a Special Session beginning Tuesday. The first bill, SB 2D, closely mirrors the AI bill of rights that garnered Senate approval but ultimately stalled in the House during the 2026 Legislative Session.
Spanning 33 pages, SB 2D is designed to enhance consumer and child protections related to AI technologies. However, House Speaker Daniel Perez has previously expressed opposition to the bill, advocating for federal oversight of AI regulation instead. This reflects a broader trend where House Republicans are asserting their independence from Gov. Ron DeSantis‘s directives on the matter.
The proposed AI bill of rights asserts that Floridians have the right to supervise and control their minor children’s use of artificial intelligence. It further stipulates that users must be informed when they are interacting with AI, as well as be aware of any personal or biometric data being collected by technology companies.
Key provisions of the bill mandate that chatbot platforms display pop-up notifications at the start of interactions, and remind users periodically to log off and take breaks. Additionally, minors would require parental consent to create accounts on platforms featuring companion chatbots. Schools implementing AI technology would also be obligated to provide parents with an opt-out option for their children, though some lawmakers have advocated for a more stringent opt-in requirement.
Furthermore, SB 2D would restrict government communication regarding AI technology with “foreign countries of concern,” which include nations like Russia and China. The legislation also prohibits the use of an individual’s likeness or image without their explicit consent.
Violations of these regulations could result in hefty fines for technology companies, starting at $10,000. The Department of Legal Affairs (DLA) would be empowered to enforce these rules and initiate legal action against non-compliant businesses.
Brodeur’s second bill, SB 4D, proposes creating a public records exemption for computer forensic reports and any information that might expose vulnerabilities in bot data security or reveal proprietary information about bot operators. This exemption is set to expire on October 2, 2031, unless the Legislature decides to renew it.
If both SB 2D and SB 4D advance during the Special Session, they would take effect concurrently. Senate President Ben Albritton indicated in a memo to lawmakers that he intends to expedite the passage of these legislative measures, having referred them to the Committee on Rules.
As these discussions unfold, the outcome may have significant implications for the landscape of AI regulation in Florida, highlighting a growing concern over consumer protections and the ethical use of technology amid rapid advancements in artificial intelligence. The legislative efforts also underline a rising tension between state and federal oversight, as lawmakers grapple with the complexities of regulating a technology that is continuously evolving.
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