Pennsylvania lawmakers advance measures aimed at protecting residents from AI-related harm
Pennsylvania lawmakers advance measures aimed at protecting residents from AI-related harm
Publish Date: 2026-06-06 11:22:00
Source Domain: local21news.com
HARRISBURG, DAUPHIN CO. (WOLF) — Pennsylvania lawmakers have approved two measures designed to help protect residents from the growing risks associated with artificial intelligence.
Attorney General Dave Sunday on Wednesday praised action taken by both the Pennsylvania House and Senate on legislation intended to improve public awareness of AI-related scams and strengthen protections for children online.
The Pennsylvania House voted 198-3 to approve House Bill 2314, which would provide funding for a statewide public education campaign focused on artificial intelligence and consumer safety.
According to Sunday’s office, the initiative would help educate Pennsylvanians about AI-related scams, identity theft risks and online safety, while also providing parents with resources to better protect children from emerging technology threats.
“The most effective way to prevent scams and ID theft is to be aware of today’s technology and how it can cause harm,” Sunday said in a statement.
The bill now moves to the Pennsylvania Senate for consideration.
Meanwhile, the Senate approved Senate Resolution 244, creating a Child Protection in the Digital Age Task Force that will be led by the Office of Attorney General.
The task force will examine how rapidly changing technology is affecting children and whether existing laws adequately address new digital threats.
“Ensuring our laws protecting children keep pace with the rapid changes in technology is a mission critical to the Office of Attorney General,” Sunday said.
The attorney general’s office has recently increased its focus on artificial intelligence and online safety issues, including participation in a multistate effort examining AI chatbots and their interactions with young users.
Sunday’s office has also conducted public outreach programs focused on social media and digital safety through its Office of Public Engagement.
The House bill must still be approved by the Senate before it can become law. Senate Resolution 244 has…
