What changed
New York has launched a registration portal for large frontier AI developers, requiring companies like Anthropic and OpenAI to register by January 1, 2027. The RAISE Act mandates that these companies publish safety frameworks, report critical safety incidents within 72 hours, and issue public model transparency reports. The state also established the Office of Digital Innovation, Governance, Integrity, and Trust (DIGIT) to oversee compliance.
What this means in practice
Companies with over $500 million in annual revenue must now register with New York’s portal and comply with the RAISE Act’s requirements. Failure to register could result in penalties up to $1 million for the first violation and $3 million for subsequent ones. The New York Center for AI Responsibility and Research, based at Binghamton University, will independently evaluate AI systems and review safety frameworks alongside DIGIT.
Limitations and availability
The RAISE Act is part of a broader trend of AI safety legislation, with similar laws in California and Illinois. The law’s requirements include publishing safety frameworks, reporting incidents, and undergoing independent audits. The state also enforces additional laws, such as one requiring AI companion operators to disclose they are bots and detect suicidal ideation. The RAISE Act takes effect on January 1, 2027, with the chatbot safety law for minors set to begin on June 1, 2027.
