Pennsylvania · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Resolution

HR 425: A Resolution urging the United States Congress to suspend any and all efforts to pass Federal legislation that would impose a moratorium on state-level artificial intelligence regulation; recognizing the potential benefits along with the risks of misuse and systemic harm of artificial intelligence; acknowledging the importance of state regulation of such technologies; and reaffirming the Pennsylvania General Assembly's sovereign authority to legislate for the protection of Pennsylvanians.

Passed one chamber Last action September 30, 2026: Adopted

Plain-language summary

HR 425 is a resolution introduced in the Pennsylvania House on March 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: A Resolution urging the United States Congress to suspend any and all efforts to pass Federal legislation that would impose a moratorium on state-level artificial intelligence regulation; recognizing the potential benefits along with the risks of misuse and systemic harm of artificial intelligence; acknowledging the importance of state regulation of such technologies; and reaffirming the Pennsylvania General Assembly's sovereign authority to legislate for the protection of Pennsylvanians. Primary sponsor: Jim Haddock (Democratic). It lists 10 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (September 30, 2026): Adopted.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Jim Haddock (Democratic). 10 co-sponsors.