Economic Times Tech
7/23/2026
US House lawmakers propose AI Kill Switch Act for homeland security intervention
Original: AI 'kill switch' bill floated by US House lawmakers
Short summary
US House lawmakers have proposed the AI Kill Switch Act, legislation that would grant homeland security authorities the power to halt dangerous AI models in loss-of-control scenarios. The bill follows a recent AI incident and aims to address escalating security and economic risks from advanced AI systems. Details on the bill's scope, enforcement mechanisms, and timeline remain limited in this coverage.
- •US House lawmakers propose AI Kill Switch Act
- •Bill grants homeland security power to halt dangerous AI models
- •Follows a recent AI incident; targets loss-of-control scenarios
Generated with AI, which can make mistakes.
Is this a good recommendation for you?

