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Introduced
01/27/2025
01/27/2025
In Committee
01/28/2025
01/28/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 1 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions regarding state government, so as to require that all governmental entities develop and maintain artificial intelligence system usage plans; to amend Chapter 12 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to commissions and other agencies, so as to create the Georgia Board for Artificial Intelligence; to provide for guidance to governmental entities in their development of artificial intelligence system usage plans; to provide for the purpose, membership, and duties of such board; to provide for reports; to provide for compensation and funding; to provide for definitions; to provide for related matters; to provide for a short title; to provide for legislative findings; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for artificial intelligence (AI) governance in Georgia, creating the Georgia Board for Artificial Intelligence and mandating AI usage plans for all governmental entities. The bill requires each state agency to develop and publish a detailed AI system usage plan by December 31, 2026, which must address key areas including goals, bias prevention, data privacy, governance roles, legal compliance, human oversight, employee training, incident response, and reporting protocols. The newly created 12-member board, with appointees from the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker, will be responsible for developing model AI usage plans and submitting annual reports to state leadership. The legislation acknowledges the transformative potential of AI while recognizing potential risks, such as job displacement and unintended consequences, and seeks to establish ethical standards to protect individual dignity and autonomy. Board members will serve staggered terms and receive expense reimbursement but no direct compensation, with the board administratively assigned to the Georgia Technology Authority. The bill reflects a growing national trend of state-level AI regulation, noting that in 2023, at least 25 states introduced AI-related legislation, highlighting the importance of proactive policy-making in this rapidly evolving technological landscape.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (7)
John Albers (R)*,
Max Burns (R)*,
Jason Esteves (D)*,
Chuck Payne (R)*,
Randy Robertson (R)*,
Shawn Still (R)*,
Larry Walker (R)*,
Last Action
Senate Economic Development And Tourism Committee (08:00:00 2/26/2025 450 CAP) (on 02/26/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69557 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/230409 |
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