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AI on the Ballot

Nonpartisan research tracking where U.S. Congressional candidates in the 2026 midterm elections stand on artificial intelligence policy.

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Stephen F. Lynch | AI on the Ballot

DIncumbent

Stephen F. Lynch

U.S. House · Massachusetts

Export Control and Compute GovernanceNo mention

Military and National Security Uses of AISupport

AI Regulation PhilosophySupport

AI Companion ChatbotsNo mention

Children's Online SafetyNo mention

Data CentersNo mention

Jobs and Workforce DisruptionNo mention

Deepfakes and AI FraudNo mention

AI PreemptionNo mention

Intellectual Property and AINo mention

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Positions on the use of AI in military, intelligence, or national security contexts.

SupportHigh

Highlighted the need to support AI advancements so the United States does not "cede ground" to China at 2023 House Oversight hearing.

A candidate's general stance on regulating AI systems.

SupportHigh

Original cosponsor of the Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act of 2026 that would pause AI development until rigorous testing standards are in place.

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Last updated Oct 18, 2026