March 24, 2026
High
Week 4: Federal Framework vs. State Resistance — Democrats Counter Preemption Push
Trump administration releases comprehensive National AI Legislative Framework calling for federal preemption of state laws. Democratic counter-proposal emerges. State enforcement units continue advancing. EU AI Act timeline confirmed for August implementation.
March 02, 2026
High
Week 3: Federal Enforcement Begins, States Stand Firm
Trump administration escalates federal AI enforcement against major vendors and states. FTC policy statement and disclosure standard deadlines approach. States introduce new AI bills despite federal preemption threats.
March 01, 2026
High
Week 2: EU Enforcement Era Begins
EU prohibited-practices rules are in effect with enforcement bodies forming. US federal AI procurement shifts under new administration. California and New York advance state bills.
February 21, 2026
High
Week 1: State vs. Federal Regulatory War Heats Up
Colorado's AI transparency law nears implementation, Massachusetts debates safety testing, and the Trump administration signals preemption. Meanwhile, the EU AI Act's prohibited-practices rules are in effect and China accelerates AI development.