Connecticut Bill Boosts Small Businesses with AI Study

0:00A Bill in Connecticut aims to help small businesses get into artificial intelligence by requiring state officials to create a study and plan. The proposal directs the Department of Economic and Community Development to outline ways to boost productivity and keep local companies competitive. With AI tools, with a report due to lawmakers by January 1, 2027, Business Groups and the Economic Development Commissioner back the idea, saying small firms need help to catch up on AI since they lack resources. Compared to bigger players, labor leaders from the AFL-CIO push back, warning the state should set safety rules for AI first before rushing to promote it. The measure heads to the Commerce Committee meeting on Tuesday at 12.30 pm, highlighting the balance between innovation and caution as AI, Joe Grohness. Stay informed with Hartford News today. AI-powered updates. I'm Corey with the story.