The New York state legislature is set to consider two bills that would require the labeling of AI-generated content and impose a three-year moratorium on the construction of new data centers.
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The New York State Fair News Act (known as the NY FAIR News Act) would require any news story “that is composed, written, or substantially generated through the use of genetic artificial intelligence” to carry a disclaimer. It would also require any content created using AI to be reviewed and approved by a human with “editorial review” before being published.
In addition, the bill requires organizations to disclose to newsroom employees how and when AI is being used. It would also impose security measures that prevent AI from accessing confidential information, especially about sources.
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At the same time, S9144 imposes a moratorium on new data center permits for at least three years. The bill cites rising electric and natural gas prices for residential, commercial and industrial customers. National Grid New York reports that applications for “high-load” connections have tripled in just one year, with at least 10 gigawatts of demand expected to be added over the next five years.
There are already over 130 data centers in New York, according to Data Center Map.
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The state just approved a 9 percent rate increase for Con Edison customers over the next three years, and electric bills are rising across the country as data centers put a strain on the grid.
