Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill that aims to mitigate risks

Amid concerns that artificial intelligence could be used in harmful ways, Illinois has enacted a new law requiring large AI companies to establish safety standards and be more transparent. On Monday, Gov.

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Kokomo TribuneLean Left· Jul 7, 2026· ran in 4 outlets

Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill that aims to mitigate risks

Sun TimesLean Left· Jul 6, 2026

Gov. JB Pritzker signs Illinois AI regulations into law, aiming to rein in 'the tech bros'

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Eyewitness News (WEHT/WTVW)Center· Jul 8, 2026

Gov. Pritzker puts signature on Senate Bill 315, one of toughest AI laws in country

Our Quad CitiesCenter· Jul 6, 2026

Gov. Pritzker puts signature on Senate Bill 315, one of toughest AI laws in country

WGN ChicagoCenter· Jul 6, 2026

Gov. Pritzker puts signature on Senate Bill 315, one of toughest AI laws in country

NBC ChicagoLean Left· Jul 7, 2026

Illinois' new AI safety law is the strongest in the nation, advocate says

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WQADCenter· Jul 7, 2026

Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill that aims to mitigate risks

Capitol News IllinoisCenter· Jul 6, 2026

Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill that aims to mitigate risks

WCIA ChampaignCenter· Jul 6, 2026

Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill into law

River BenderCenter· Jul 6, 2026

Gov. Pritzker Signs Nation-Leading Artificial Intelligence Safety Law

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Jonesboro SunLean Right· Jul 7, 2026· ran in 4 outlets

Pritzker signs landmark AI regulation bill that aims to mitigate risks

Just the NewsLean Right· Jul 6, 2026

Illinois Gov Pritzker signs controversial AI regulation critics say harms innovation

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  1. Jul 6Only center coverage:New Illinois law aims to prevent AI catastrophes before they happen
  2. Jul 6Gov. Pritzker puts signature on Senate Bill 315, one of toughest AI laws in country

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