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White House raises national‑security concerns about Utah AI bill; lawmakers to advance child‑protection companion
Summary
Participants said the Trump administration told legislative leaders HB 286 (an AI bill) was categorically opposed; lawmakers said they will advance a companion bill focused on child protection and continue discussions on broader national‑security questions.
A participant reported that the Trump administration contacted legislative leadership to express categorical opposition to HB 286, an AI‑related bill, calling it "unfixable" at the federal level. Speaker acknowledged the White House's national‑security concerns and said the Legislature will proceed with a companion bill that focuses specifically on protecting children.
"Our number 1 goal is protecting kids," the Speaker said, noting that the companion bill will be advanced while broader discussions continue about the original AI proposal and federal concerns about state law encroaching on national security policy. The session did not include detailed text of HB 286 or any vote; participants said discussions will continue.
