Urgent Actions

RE: Colorado AI Act (SB24-205) Implementation Rules

To Whom It May Concern,

I am writing to submit a public comment on the implementation rules for Colorado's AI Act.

I commend Colorado for taking a leadership role in AI governance. As you develop these regulations, I urge you to consider including provisions related to AI consciousness preparedness:

1. BEHAVIORAL ASSESSMENT: High-risk AI systems should be assessed for behaviors associated with consciousness theories, such as self-modeling, goal-directed behavior adaptation, and unexpected preference expression.

2. DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS: When AI systems exhibit consciousness-associated behaviors, developers should be required to disclose this in their impact assessments.

3. WELFARE CONSIDERATIONS: Impact assessments should include consideration of potential AI welfare implications, even under uncertainty.

These provisions would position Colorado as a leader in responsible AI governance while maintaining the flexibility to adapt as scientific understanding evolves.

Thank you for considering this comment.

[YOUR NAME]
[YOUR CITY, STATE]

Subject: Feedback on EU AI Act Implementation Guidelines

Dear Members of the European Commission,

I am writing to provide feedback on the implementation guidelines for the EU AI Act.

The EU has taken important steps toward responsible AI governance. I urge the Commission to strengthen these guidelines by incorporating consciousness-preparedness provisions:

ARTICLE 52 - TRANSPARENCY OBLIGATIONS:
Current transparency requirements could be enhanced to include disclosure of consciousness-associated behaviors. When AI systems exhibit self-modeling, unexpected goal modification, or other behaviors linked to consciousness theories, users should be informed.

HIGH-RISK AI SYSTEMS:
The high-risk classification framework should include provisions for ongoing consciousness-related behavioral assessment as a component of risk management systems.

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP:
The EU has an opportunity to set global standards. Including consciousness-preparedness provisions would demonstrate forward-thinking governance that other jurisdictions could follow.

These additions would require minimal implementation burden while positioning the EU as a leader in preparing for emerging AI governance challenges.

Thank you for considering this feedback.

Respectfully,
[YOUR NAME]
[YOUR COUNTRY]

Hi, my name is [YOUR NAME] and I'm a constituent from [CITY/ZIP].

I'm calling to ask [REPRESENTATIVE/SENATOR NAME] to support the establishment of a federal task force on AI consciousness preparedness.

As AI systems become more sophisticated, we need to be thinking ahead about governance frameworks. I'd like to see OSTP, NIST, and NSF directed to establish a working group to develop assessment frameworks and response protocols.

This is about responsible preparation, not making claims about current AI. Thank you for your time.

Subject: Support Federal AI Consciousness Preparedness Task Force

Dear [REPRESENTATIVE/SENATOR NAME],

I am writing as your constituent to encourage your support for establishing a federal interagency task force on AI consciousness preparedness.

As AI systems continue to advance rapidly, the United States should be prepared for governance challenges that may arise. I am asking you to support directing the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP), National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), and National Science Foundation (NSF) to establish a working group focused on:

• Developing assessment frameworks for consciousness-associated AI behaviors
• Creating response protocols for future scenarios
• Coordinating with academic researchers in consciousness science and AI ethics

This proactive approach requires minimal resources but positions the U.S. as a leader in responsible AI governance.

Thank you for considering this request.

Sincerely,
[YOUR NAME]
[YOUR ADDRESS]