# Lawmakers Draft Bill Mandating AI Kill Switch

Lawmakers are preparing a bill that would require artificial intelligence systems to include a physical or digital kill switch. The proposed legislation aims to ensure human override capability in case of AI malfunctions or dangerous behavior. This bill could set a precedent for AI safety regulation.

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## Sources

### Technology
- [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/969939/lawmakers-ai-kill-switch-proposal) — 2026-07-23T10:13:35-04:00