Richard Blumenthal
DemocratCT · Senate
PAC Donations Received
$215,400
Biography
Senior Senator from Connecticut and a leading voice on AI regulation. As chair of the Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology, and the Law, Blumenthal held some of the first high-profile Senate hearings on AI risks, famously opening one hearing with a deepfake audio clip of his own voice.
AI Policy Stance
Strong pro-regulation. Pushed for AI licensing requirements and a new federal agency to oversee AI. Co-chaired the Judiciary Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology, and the Law, which held landmark AI hearings featuring Sam Altman.
Committee Assignments
Judiciary CommitteeCommerce, Science, and Transportation
Key Bills & Initiatives
- •AI Licensing Act
- •No Section 230 Immunity for AI Act
- •Bipartisan Framework for AI Legislation
Key Statements
"We need a licensing regime for AI — just like we license cars, drugs, and doctors."
"Congress must act before another technology outpaces our laws."