PetaPixel: Lawmakers Reintroduce ‘No Fake Acts’ to Restrict AI Deepfakes with Backing from Getty. “A bill aimed at regulating unauthorized AI deepfakes of a person’s likeness has been reintroduced in Congress, this time with support from Getty Images.”

The #government of #Estonia has approved a new #climate law, sending the draft bill to #parliament for debate. The #legislation establishes #GHG emission reduction targets for 2030, 2035, and 2040. The Confederation of Estonian #Employers opposes the law in current form.

https://viabaltica.fi/estonia-government-approves-new-climate-law/

Cleveland.com: Ohio moves to criminalize AI-generated child pornography with new bill. “A bill approved in the Ohio Senate would govern use of artificial intelligence, establishing protections against deepfakes, identity theft and criminalizing AI-generated child pornography.”

Engadget: Minnesota passes prediction markets ban. “Minnesota is the latest state to try and curtail the activities of prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket. Governor Tim Walz signed a bill that included a number of public safety provisions, including a ban on those markets operating within the state.”

NC Newsline: NC senators consider new restrictions on artificial intelligence in insurance and medical billing. “Senator Amy Galey (R-Alamance) says artificial intelligence in medical research has led to new understanding of diseases, new treatments, and new efficiencies. But she says AI in healthcare also has the potential to be disruptive and to contribute to increased costs for patients. […]

Women's Museum Bill Sinks Amid Dispute Over Trump and Trans Issues

https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/21/arts/design/womens-museum-bill-sinks-amid-dispute-over-trump-and-trans-issues.html

#Politics #USPolitics #Legislation