Florida Gov. DeSantis unveiled the Florida A.I. Bill of Rights on Dec. 15, 2025, banning unauthorized AI use of likenesses, mandating transparency, and prohibiting AI therapy, asserting state authority over AI regulation.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis unveiled the Florida A.I. Bill of Rights on December 15, 2025, proposing protections against AI misuse, including banning unauthorized use of personal likenesses, mandating clear disclosure in AI interactions, and prohibiting AI from providing therapy. He asserted Florida’s authority to regulate AI independently of federal executive orders and raised concerns about data centers’ impact on utilities and communities. The initiative emphasizes child safety, transparency, and collaboration with law enforcement as part of Florida’s push for proactive AI governance.