Lummis Introduces AI Legislation to Foster Development & Strengthen Professional Responsibility

June 12, 2025
Washington, D.C.— Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) todayintroducedtheResponsible Innovation and Safe Expertise (RISE) Act of 2025, clarifying that when professionals—such as physicians, attorneys, engineers, and financial advisors—use AI systems in their practice, they retain the legal duty to exercise due diligence, verify the system’s outputs, and stand behind the advice they deliver.
“Wyoming values both innovation and accountability; the RISE Act creates predictable standards that encourage safer AI development while preserving professional autonomy,”said Lummis.“This legislation doesn’t create blanket immunity for AI – in fact, it requires AI developers to publicly disclose model specifications so professionals can make informed decisions about the AI tools they choose to utilize. It also means that licensed professionals are ultimately responsible for the advice and decisions they make. This is smart policy for the digital age that protects innovation, demands transparency, and puts professionals and their clients first.”
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