Lobbying focused on artificial intelligence is rapidly expanding in washington, drawing in both established firms and newer entrants as policymakers grapple with how to regulate the technology. Technology policy attorney Paul Stimers was cited in a Bloomberg Law article examining how the growth of artificial intelligence tools, and their impact across industries, has intensified attention on federal rules. The increased activity reflects concerns in government and the private sector about how to manage innovation, risk, and competition in a fast changing technological environment.
A Bloomberg Government analysis of lobbying disclosures found that AI issues generated almost 92 million for firms during the first three quarters of 2025, including 2.43 million for Holland & Knight. The article notes that this surge is tied closely to the prominence of tools like ChatGPT and other large language models, which Mr. Stimers said brought artificial intelligence to the forefront of policy debates. As businesses race to deploy these systems, lawmakers are under mounting pressure to address the emerging technology’s implications for privacy, security, and economic disruption.
Mr. Stimers discussed whether Congress will move ahead with comprehensive artificial intelligence legislation to replace the current patchwork of standards across states. He noted that senators worked on a roadmap for artificial intelligence regulation during the Biden administration, but that the rescission of Biden era restrictions following President Donald Trump’s inauguration changed the landscape. According to Mr. Stimers, developments are now occurring at a quicker clip as President Trump focuses on establishing the U.S. as a leader in artificial intelligence innovation and technological advancement. He described the policy and regulatory setting as “a very complex environment in which we’re working,” underscoring the challenges for lawmakers, companies, and public policy advisors navigating this accelerated phase of technological change.
