For years, SAG-AFTRA has been active in advocating for protections against the unregulated use of artificial intelligence affecting performers, broadcasters, and recording artists. The organization has collaborated with lawmakers to establish state-level regulations aimed at safeguarding individuals’ likenesses, voices, work, and rights.
However, these protections are now facing a significant challenge. A provision within the new federal budget bill proposes a ban on states creating or enforcing any AI-related protections for the next decade. According to SAG-AFTRA, this move is perceived as benefiting large technology companies and corporations seeking to exploit creative works without oversight.
SAG-AFTRA urges its members to contact their U.S. senators to oppose this provision. They emphasize that the issue concerns not only current careers but also future rights and opportunities in the industry.
The organization encourages immediate action by calling senators at (833) 770-1697 to advocate for the removal of the federal ban on state AI laws from the budget bill.
SAG-AFTRA concludes with a call for unity among its members to protect their rights and future prospects.
