AUSTIN (KXAN) --- A Texas lawmaker proposed a bill that would regulate artificial intelligence in the state. State Rep. Giovanni Capriglione (R-Southlake) filed House Bill 1709 for the upcoming legislative session. According to a press release, the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA) would "establish a comprehensive framework for the ethical development, deployment, and oversight of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within Texas." KXAN’s approach to AI Proposals in the bill include: Requiring companies to disclosure whether they are using AI Establishing guidelines to prevent bias, discrimination and misuse of AI technologies Strengthening safeguards to protect personal data used in AI systems Promote education and training for the AI-driven economy TRAIGA also focused on creating protections from censorship by making sure AI systems used for content moderation are, "transparent, unbiased, and accountable, safeguarding free speech." “HB 1709 reflects extensive consultation with members of the public, industry leaders, academics, and advocacy groups,” said Representative Capriglione. “By balancing innovation with public interest, we aim to create a blueprint for responsible AI use that other states and nations can follow." How Texas may craft policy for artificial intelligence usage For those in the testing phase of their AI programs, the bill creates an "Artificial Intelligence Regulatory Sandbox Program" that allows for temporary exemptions from certain regulatory requirements during that time.