OpenAI pushes Illinois to limit AI developer liability for catastrophic incidents affecting 100+ people or causing over $1 billion in damages.

OpenAI is backing SB 3444, a bill that would shield frontier AI developers from liability for deaths, serious injuries, or property damage above certain thresholds

The proposed law would exempt developers if incidents involve 100 or more people or exceed $1 billion in property damage

Illinois has become a key battleground between OpenAI and competitor Anthropic as the state attempts to establish AI liability frameworks

The bill represents ongoing tension between AI companies seeking regulatory protections and policymakers weighing public safety concerns