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This bill establishes a comprehensive regulatory framework for the development and deployment of large-scale artificial intelligence (AI) models in Massachusetts, with a primary focus on ensuring safety and promoting economic development. The legislation creates the Massachusetts Artificial Intelligence Innovation Trust Fund, which will provide grants and financial assistance to AI companies, support entrepreneurship programs, and fund AI research. The bill introduces detailed requirements for developers of "covered models" - AI systems trained using significant computing power and resources - including mandatory safety and security protocols, annual third-party compliance investigations, and reporting obligations. Developers must assess and mitigate potential risks of "critical harm," which includes scenarios like mass casualties, cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, or severe property damage. Computing cluster operators must also implement identification and monitoring procedures for customers potentially training large AI models. The attorney general is granted enforcement authority, with the ability to impose civil penalties for violations, ranging from 5-15% of the model's training costs. Additionally, the bill includes whistleblower protections for employees who report potential safety risks or non-compliance. The legislation requires annual reporting on AI workforce development and mandates that the Secretary of Technology Services and Security regularly update regulatory thresholds and guidance in consultation with stakeholders, ensuring the framework remains adaptable to rapid technological changes.

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https://malegislature.gov/Bills/194/S37