The UK’s AI Regulation Bill: A Strategic Reboot for Trust and Innovation

The reintroduction of the Artificial Intelligence (Regulation) Bill [HL] by Lord Holmes of Richmond in March 2025 seen here marks a pivotal moment in the UK’s AI legislative journey—one that reflects both a pragmatic reassessment of regulatory gaps and a desire to reestablish public trust in AI.

At its core, this Private Members’ Bill proposes the creation of a centralized AI Authority—a move that industry and legal experts alike recognize as long overdue. Unlike the government’s earlier “pro-innovation” strategy, which leaned heavily on voluntary commitments, Lord Holmes’ bill brings needed structure and enforceability. It’s a shift that positions the UK to balance innovation with ethical safeguards, much like efforts underway in the EU and U.S.

The bill highlights key regulatory pillars: safety, transparency, accountability, fairness, and contestability meant to govern the development, deployment, and monitoring of AI systems across sectors, from healthcare and finance to defense and education.

Two provisions in particular deserve emphasis. First, the requirement for designated AI officers within organizations introduces a tangible compliance mechanism—ensuring there’s real human oversight in algorithmic decision-making. Second, the inclusion of regulatory sandboxes is a clear nod to innovation, giving developers a safe and supervised space to test new technologies before widespread release.

Notably, the bill also calls for disclosure of training data and IP usage, a provision that resonates with concerns from creative and scientific communities around data provenance and rights protections. And perhaps most crucially for public trust, it mandates ongoing public engagement, anchoring AI governance in democratic accountability.

While the bill still faces the typical uphill climb of any Private Members’ Bill, it serves as a blueprint for a more balanced, enforceable approach to AI regulation in the UK. For legal practitioners, AI developers, and policymakers, this reintroduction is more than legislative housekeeping—it’s a strategic reset.

At Lanton Strategies, we believe that regulatory clarity is not a barrier to innovation—it’s the very foundation for sustainable growth in the AI era. Lanton Strategies is an international government affairs consulting firm that specializes in healthcare and technology. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you.

New Presidential Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence Released

According to the White House, the President has signed a January 23, 2025 Executive Order (EO) on artificial intelligence. According to the White House release the EO does the following: 

• This Executive Order establishes the commitment of the United States to sustain and enhance America’s dominance in AI to promote human flourishing, economic competitiveness, and national security.

• American development of AI systems must be free from ideological bias or engineered social agendas. With the right government policies, the United States can solidify its position as the leader in AI and secure a brighter future for all Americans.

• The order directs the development of an AI Action Plan to sustain and enhance America’s AI dominance, led by the Assistant to the President for Science & Technology, the White House AI & Crypto Czar, and the National Security Advisor

• It further directs the White House to revise and reissue OMB AI memoranda to departments and agencies on the Federal Government’s acquisition and governance of AI to ensure that harmful barriers to America’s AI leadership are eliminated.

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U.K. Launches It's Strategic Vision for Global Leadership and Ethical Innovation Using AI

At Lanton Law and our sister company Lanton Strategies International, we are watching multiple developments worldwide on the usage of AI. Most recently, our attention has focused on the events in the United Kingdom.

With the UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s speech on the U.K.’s AI strategy, the Prime Minister has put forward a bold vision to position the United Kingdom as a global leader in artificial intelligence. With a focus on fostering innovation, ethical leadership, and practical application, the government is leveraging AI to drive economic growth, modernize public services, and secure its position in the competitive global AI landscape.

The AI Opportunities Action Plan serves as the cornerstone of this vision, laying out a comprehensive framework for integrating AI into the UK economy. The government has attracted significant private-sector investment, including a commitment of £14 billion from leading tech firms, and aims to create over 13,000 jobs. AI Growth Zones are a pivotal part of the strategy, designed to streamline planning for research and development hubs that will foster collaboration across academia, industry, and government.

Modernizing public services is another critical objective. AI tools like Parlex are already being developed to streamline decision-making processes within the public sector. By reducing administrative burdens, civil servants can focus on improving service delivery for citizens.

On the global stage, the UK is carving a niche in ethical AI leadership, hosting the inaugural AI Safety Summit in November 2023. The resulting Bletchley Declaration emphasizes international cooperation on the safe development and use of AI, aligning with the UK’s commitment to balancing innovation with responsibility.

Despite these efforts, challenges remain. Competing with AI superpowers like the US and China requires pragmatic goal-setting and leveraging the UK’s strengths in education and professional services. By focusing on fintech, ethical AI, and sustainable innovation, the UK can strategically navigate the competitive AI environment.

In summary, Prime Minister Starmer’s AI stance reflects a forward-thinking approach that combines ambition with practicality, ensuring the UK remains a key player in shaping the future of AI.

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U.S. Senate Finance Committee Hearing on AI in Health Care Shows AI Policy is Forthcoming

The U.S. Senate Finance Committee held a February 8, 2024 hearing titled “Artificial Intelligence and Health Care: Promise and Pitfalls.”

The following witnesses testified at the hearing:

• Peter Shen, Head of Digital & Automation for North America, Siemens Healthineers, Washington, DC

• Mark Sendak, MD, MPP, Co-Lead, Health AI Partnership, Durham, NC

• Michelle M. Mello, JD, Ph.D., Professor of Health Policy and of Law, Stanford University, Stanford, CA

• Ziad Obermeyer, MD, Associate Professor and Blue Cross of California Distinguished Professor, University of California – Berkeley, Berkeley, CA

• Katherine Baicker, Ph.D., Provost, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Senator Wyden (D-OR) made a few statements on AI. The Senator emphasized the importance of ensuring that AI in healthcare is used to improve patient outcomes and lower costs, rather than being driven by profit.. He also highlighted the need to address concerns regarding privacy, data security, and bias in AI algorithms.

Artificial Intelligence is clearly an emerging innovative field that is both exciting and risky. For tech and healthcare stakeholders, the possibilities can be endless when examining potential legal and regulatory pitfalls.

Lanton Law is a national boutique law and government affairs firm that closely monitors legislative, regulatory and legal developments in the healthcare and technology spaces. Contact us to learn about how either our legal or lobbying services can help you attain your goals.

U.S. Government Issues First Ever Artificial Intelligence (AI) Executive Order Via the Biden Administration

On October 30, 2023, President Biden issued an Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Order sets out a comprehensive approach to ensuring that AI is developed and used in a way that is aligned with American values and interests. This is a major development since this is the first action of its kind by the U.S. government addressing safety, civil rights, equity and research issues.

The Order includes a number of key provisions, including:

Establishing a National AI Advisory Council: The Council will be composed of experts from academia, industry, and civil society, and will advise the President on AI policy and strategy.

• Directing the development of AI Risk Mitigation Guidelines: The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will develop guidelines for mitigating the risks associated with AI, such as bias and discrimination.

• Promoting AI Research and Development: The Order directs the federal government to invest in AI research and development, with a focus on areas such as safety, security, and reliability.

• Protecting Civil Rights and Liberties: The Order directs the federal government to ensure that AI is used in a way that protects civil rights and liberties, such as privacy and freedom of expression.

• Promoting International Cooperation on AI: The Order directs the federal government to work with international partners to develop and promote responsible AI practices.

The Order also establishes a number of specific tasks for federal agencies, such as developing AI ethics principles, conducting risk assessments of AI systems, and ensuring that AI is used in a fair and equitable manner.

The Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy AI is a significant step forward in the United States' efforts to ensure that AI is developed and used in a responsible and ethical manner. The Order sets out a comprehensive approach to addressing the risks and challenges associated with AI, and it will help to ensure that AI is used in a way that benefits all Americans.

Artificial Intelligence is clearly an emerging innovative field that is both exciting and risky. For tech and healthcare stakeholders, the possibilities can be endless when examining potential legal and regulatory pitfalls.

Lanton Law is a national boutique law and government affairs firm that closely monitors legislative, regulatory and legal developments in the healthcare and technology spaces. Contact us to learn about how either our legal or lobbying services can help you attain your goals.

H.R. 3831: The AI Disclosure Act of 2023 Explained

H.R. 3831, the AI Disclosure Act of 2023, is a bill that would require companies that use artificial intelligence (AI) to disclose certain information about their use of AI. This information would include the purpose of the AI system, the data that the AI system is trained on, the algorithms that the AI system uses, and the potential risks and benefits of the AI system. The bill would also create a new agency within the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to oversee the implementation of the law.

This bill is important because it would increase transparency and accountability in the use of AI. By requiring companies to disclose information about their use of AI, the bill would help consumers to understand how AI is being used and to make informed decisions about whether to use AI-powered products and services.

It is still too early to say whether H.R. 3831 will become law. However, the bill has generated a lot of interest and debate, and it is likely to continue to be a topic of discussion in the coming months.

If you are a stakeholder in the AI industry, you should be aware of H.R. 3831 and its potential implications for your business. Lanton Law’s technology section can help you to understand the bill and to help you develop a strategy to comply with looming regulatory oversight.

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