State of Tech Policy 2024: Privacy Wins, AI Jitters, and Repair Rights Revolution!
In 2024, state legislative sessions shook up digital rights with Maryland leading the charge on privacy laws, California sparking debates on AI, and seven states banning targeted advertising to minors. As the 2025 session looms, expect more battles over privacy, AI, and the right to repair. State lawmakers, keep your capes handy!
Hot Take:
Digital rights at the state level are hotter than a laptop with a broken fan! States are stepping up to the plate, swinging for the fences, and sometimes striking out, but hey, that’s democracy for you. From privacy laws that make you want to hug your data tight, to AI regulations that have robots saying “Oh no, not again,” the state legislative sessions are the soap operas of tech policy. Grab your popcorn folks, because 2025 is going to be one heck of a season!
Key Points:
- Maryland emerges as a privacy hero with new laws outpacing other states.
- Age verification laws for online safety are in legal limbo, with some states’ laws blocked.
- Colorado takes the lead with comprehensive AI legislation, while others follow suit.
- States are pushing for net neutrality and broadband access amid federal inaction.
- The Right to Repair movement is gaining momentum, with more laws expected in 2025.