Source: Consumer Reports Advocacy

Consumer Reports issued a press release on July 23, 2025, expressing serious concerns about the White House’s newly unveiled AI Action Plan titled “Winning the Race: America’s AI Action Plan.” The organization criticizes provisions that could block federal AI-related funding to states with what the federal government might deem “burdensome” AI laws, potentially undermining state efforts to protect consumers. Consumer Reports also warns that the plan’s language could shield harmful AI products from liability, raising risks for consumers.

The plan’s call to expedite data center growth is criticized for potentially disregarding environmental protections under the Clean Air Act and Clean Water Act. Consumer Reports highlights the importance of balancing technological growth with environmental sustainability and community rights. The organization underscores the real risks posed by AI products such as deepfake intimate image generators, therapy chatbots, and voice cloning services, advocating for legal responsibility when companies design products that increase harm risks.

Consumer Reports supports state-level AI regulations, noting recent laws in Colorado, California, and Tennessee that promote transparency and protect consumers. The group urges Congress to allow states to continue advancing AI rules in the absence of federal action.