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A conversation with Congressman Jay Obernolte on artificial intelligence
For now, GAAIA is imperfect, but it is a step in the right direction in taking a proactive approach to the challenges that AI is beginning to present. Read More
Whitesides introduces bipartisan bill on disaster readiness
News release Rep. George Whitesides, D-Agua Dulce, and Rep. Jay Obernolte, R-Hesperia, have introduced the Disaster Ready Infrastructure Act, legislation that would require state departments of transportation and metropolitan planning organizations to identify roads, bridges, and other transportation assets that […] Read More
US House lawmakers release draft bill to regulate AI
US Representatives Lori Trahan, a Democrat, and Jay Obernolte, a Republican, released draft legislation to regulate AI, according to a spokesperson for Trahan. Read More
A new bipartisan framework could preempt state AI laws for three years.
Reps. Jay Obernolte (R-CA) and Lori Trahan (D-MA) are releasing a highly anticipated 269-page draft bill as a launching pad for discussion about federal AI regulation, Politico reported. In a Bloomberg Law op-ed, the lawmakers said a national standard is necessary to extend protections across state lines. [Link: Congress set to unveil AI draft that would preempt state laws | https://www.politico.com/news/2026/06/04/obernolte-trahan-ai-bill-lands-on-the-hill-00949920 | Politico] Read More
Inland Empire GOP Rep. Jay Obernolte gets a big promotion
The new post gives him a seat "in the room where it happens," a professor says. Read More
Congress wrestles with AI job fears amid calls for federal guardrails
Sen. Elizabeth Warren warns AI could trigger "full-blown crisis" with millions losing jobs, while Rep. Jay Obernolte argues technology will create more opportunities. Read More
The Hill Republican who could get a deal on AI - if his leadership lets him
Rep. Jay Obernolte’s compromise approach to AI regulation is seen by many in the tech industry as their best hope to block state AI laws. But do GOP leaders want what he’s selling? Read More
Ambassador Kwatra highlights opportunities for science, tech, AI cooperation with US
India's Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra met Congressman Jay Obernolte and held discussions with him to enhance the cooperation between India and the US in areas such as science, technology, artificial intelligence and innovation. Read More
Indian Ambassador holds talk with US Rep over science, tech, AI
US News: India’s Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, on Monday met Congressman Jay Obernolte to discuss expanding India–US collaboration in science, tech. Read More
Strengthening Innovation: India and US Forge Stronger Ties in Tech and AI
India’s Ambassador to the US, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, discussed potential enhanced cooperation with Congressman Jay Obernolte in areas of science, technology, AI, and innovation. Further discussions with Francis Pedraza explored the use of AI for cultural preservation, translating works of the Nalanda library. Read More
Indian ambassador meets Republican lawmaker, promotes India
Indian ambassador meets Republican lawmaker, promotes India-US tech ties - Washington, Nov 24 India’s Ambassador to the United States Vinay Kwatra met with Republican Representative Jay Obernolte on ... Get Latest News on International only on lokmattimes.com Read More
Even Republicans who want to override state AI laws are skeptical of Trump’s approach.
The White House drafted an executive order to preempt state AI laws, according to a copy obtained by The Verge, but some Trump allies worry it won’t work. “I don’t think the executive branch has the authority to enforce preemption on the states,” Rep. Jay Obernolte (R-CA) told Punchbowl News. [Link: Tech: House leaders urge Trump to wait on AI order | https://punchbowl.news/archive/112125-am/card/10/#group-10 | Punchbowl News] Read More