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[…] Communications Intern On September 28, Governor Gavin Newsom signed California AB 3030, among a host of AI bills. CA AB 3030 amended the California Health & Safety Code and requires specified healthcare entities to disclose the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in provider-patient communications through visual or verbal disclaimers presented before, during, and/or […]

[…] divergent definitions. To ensure focus and regulatory efforts are targeted toward technologies that play an impactful role in individuals’ rights, FPF recommended alignment with definitions from Government Code § 11546.45.51, the CPPA Draft Regulations, and Assembly Bill 2930 that require the ADS role be “substantial” to the decision-making process. Law / Proposal Definition Civil […]

[…] and its implications, and to beware potential AI vendors that could not provide in-depth explanations of their products.  The discussion emphasized the need for transparency and communication between companies and their vendors. Companies should seek vendors willing to engage in open conversations about their practices, rather than those claiming 100% compliance without discussion. Instead […]

[…] use that indicate or encourage addiction-like behaviors by minors. (3) Physical violence, online bullying, and harassment of the minor. (4) Sexual exploitation and abuse of minors. (5) Promotion and marketing of narcotic drugs (as defined in section 102 of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 802)), tobacco products, gambling, or alcohol. (6) Predatory, unfair, […]

[…] Wednesday, July 17th, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals heard oral arguments for an appeal of the District Court’s preliminary injunction of the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act (AADC). Judges Milan Smith Jr., Mark Bennett, and Anthony Johnstone appeared interested in questions about severability and implications of the recent NetChoice/CCIA v. Moody decision […]

[…] AI.  The Framework Convention on AI is one such significant initiative, which is spearheaded by the CoE, an International Organization founded in 1949 with the goal of promoting and advocating for human rights, democracy, and the rule of law. Recognizing that AI systems are developed and deployed across borders, an ad-hoc intergovernmental Committee on […]

[…] rights, and preserves consumer trust.  Generative AI uses have proliferated since the technology’s emergence, transforming how we interact, work, and make decisions. From drafting emails and computer code to performing customer service functions, these technologies have made significant progress. However, as generative AI continues to advance and find new applications, it is essential to […]

[…] close of the state legislative session on May 10, 2024, the Vermont legislature passed H. 121, “An act relating to enhancing consumer privacy and the age-appropriate design code.” If enacted by Governor Scott, Vermont could become the state with the farthest-reaching comprehensive privacy law. While the Vermont Data Privacy Act (VDPA) is modeled after […]

‘Don’t call me kid, don’t call me baby’ – unless you are a child residing in either Colorado or Virginia, where children will soon have increased privacy protections due to recent advances in youth privacy legislation. Virginia and Colorado both have broad-based privacy laws already in effect. During the 2024 state legislative sessions, both […]

[…] of animated characters or child-oriented activities and incentives; music or other audio content; age of models, presence of child celebrities, or celebrities who appeal to children; advertising promoting the site or service, advertising appearing on the site or service, reliable empirical evidence of the site or service’s audience composition; reliable evidence of the audience […]