Lawmakers seek to create penalties for AI models that encourage suicide

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) -- The Ohio House Technology and Innovation Committee heard testimony from supporters Tuesday of a new bill to penalize software companies with artificial intelligence models that encourage their users to self-harm. House Bill 524, sponsored by Ohio Reps. Christine Cockley (D-Columbus) and Ty Mathews (R-Findlay) would empower the Ohio Attorney General’s Office [...]