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Ban on Autonomous AI Launching Nuclear Weapons Without Human Control.

This law ensures that the decision to use nuclear weapons must always be made by a human, not by autonomous AI systems. It prohibits the use of federal money for developing or deploying systems that could independently select targets and initiate a nuclear strike. This measure is designed to protect citizens by reducing the risk of accidental nuclear war caused by machine error.
Key points
Requires "meaningful human control" over the selection of targets and the timing of any nuclear weapon use.
Prohibits the use of public funds for autonomous weapons systems that could launch nuclear weapons without human intervention.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_1394
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2023-05-01