Mark Kelly Says 'AI Is Changing The Way We Work, Fast,' Calls For 'Commonsense' Rules To Protect Families
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) said artificial intelligence is changing the way people work quickly and called for practical rules to protect families while supporting innovation.
AI Policy Push Amid Rapid Tech Growth
On Sunday, Kelly said AI is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace and requires clear, commonsense regulations to prevent harm without stifling innovation.
"AI is changing the way we work, fast. We need commonsense rules of the road that protect families while promoting innovation," Kelly wrote on X.
He added that the technology holds significant potential to improve lives but stressed that appropriate systems must be in place to manage risks responsibly.
Kelly argued that thoughtful policy can ensure accountability, transparency, and safety while allowing American companies to remain competitive in global markets.
AI Policy Clash Over Regulation And Innovation
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) also posted on X, said AI and robotics are "the most transformative technologies in human history" and stressed that "the American people must determine how AI impacts their lives."
He warned that "we can't let those enormously important decisions rest in the hands of a handful of billionaires," arguing that public control, not concentrated corporate power, should guide decisions about the future of AI.
Last week, Sanders accused major tech executives of prioritizing profit over workers as AI investment grows, warning about job losses and automation risks while saying technology should benefit ordinary Americans.
Investor Kevin O'Leary criticized strict regulations in Europe for driving innovation to the U.S. and praised the United Arab Emirates for its business-friendly policies and rapid AI advancement.
He said strong regulatory burdens push talent and capital elsewhere and emphasized attracting global innovators to maintain competitiveness.
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