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Maria Cantwell

US Senate Commerce Committee

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Last spoke Oct 7.

What they've said

• Wednesday, Oct 7Week 41

  Cantwell released a six-point frontier AI framework, saying To manage risks from advanced AI systems we need clear safety standards with continuous testing, and reporting of serious failures.

  The ranking Democrat on Senate Commerce proposed NIST safety standards for frontier models, including protections against loss of control, plus ongoing government and third-party testing, independent audits, and incident reporting that would cover unsafe recursive self-improvement. She said America can lead the world in AI by building systems that are not only more capable, but safer and more secure. Roll Call framed it as a contrast to the White House's preference for voluntary self-regulation.

  Details and sources

  There is no bill text yet, and enforcement is undecided; an aide said it could become more than one bill. Not on the roster; added as a guest.

  Roll Call