Take Action
Here are 10 things you can do to help pause AI.
Meet Your Representatives
The highest-impact action you can take. Apply for PauseCon, at home or in Washington DC. We’ll train you and connect you with other local volunteers.
Call & Email Congress
Send a pre-written email to your representatives in support of a specific bill. Takes 2 minutes.
- Support an International AI TreatyAsk the US to lead negotiations on a global treaty to pause AI. →
- Ban Artificial Superintelligence ActBans superintelligent AI and pauses advanced AI until a federal regulator exists. →
- AI Kill Switch ActRequires AI companies to build a shutdown switch and report safety incidents. →
- AI Risk Evaluation ActRequires safety testing of the most powerful AI before it is released. →
- Responsible AI ActPauseAI US draft legislation for a “Pause Button” on AI development. →
- California Residents: Call the Attorney GeneralOpenAI broke California’s AI Safety Law, SB 53. Demand an investigation. →
- See All BillsEvery federal bill and state law we support. →
Sign the Petition
Add your name to our petition demanding US leadership on a global AI pause treaty.
Donate
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Stay Informed
Hear about local events near you, and get action alerts from PauseAI US.
Attend Events
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Learn About Us
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Use Our Links
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