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Background
Sen. Josh Hawley is a Republican senator from Missouri serving in the U.S. Senate. He is a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and has established himself as a vocal critic of big technology companies and their market practices.
AI Position
NegativeSen. Hawley has sponsored legislation focused on AI accountability and personal data protection, indicating a regulatory approach to AI governance that emphasizes transparency and safeguarding individual privacy rights in the context of artificial intelligence systems.
AI Bills Sponsored
S 3062
GUARD Act
Last action: May 11, 2026
S 3108
Senator Robert Casey Jr. introduced the AI-Related Job Impacts Clarity Act (S 3108), which would require companies to tell the government before using AI in ways that could affect jobs. Companies planning to deploy AI systems that might automate work or change employment would need to file advance notices with the Department of Labor, explaining how many workers could be affected and what support they'll provide.
Last action: Nov 5, 2025
S 2938
Senator Cantwell introduced the Artificial Intelligence Risk Evaluation Act, which would require companies developing AI systems to conduct safety evaluations before release and report critical failures to the government. The bill creates a new federal office to oversee AI safety and gives regulators power to investigate AI incidents, similar to how the NTSB investigates plane crashes.
Last action: Sep 29, 2025
S 2367
Senator Durbin introduced S 2367, which would require companies using AI for important decisions (like hiring, lending, or healthcare) to explain how their AI works and prove it doesn't discriminate. Companies would need to conduct regular audits of their AI systems, tell people when AI makes decisions about them, and let people opt out of certain AI decisions.
Last action: Jul 21, 2025
S 321
Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) introduced this bill to sever U.S. AI development from China by banning imports of AI tech from China, blocking American investment in Chinese AI, and restricting research collaboration. Violators face steep civil and criminal penalties, including up to 20 years in prison and $1 million in fines for individuals.
Last action: Jan 29, 2025
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