13-72-201. Creation of Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy -- Director appointed -- Duties and authority.

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Effective 5/6/2026

(1)There is created in the department the Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy.

(2)The executive director of the department shall appoint a director to oversee the management and operations of the office.

(3)The office shall:

(a)create and administer an artificial intelligence learning laboratory program;

(b)consult with businesses and other stakeholders in the state about potential regulatory proposals;

(c)make rules in accordance with Title 63G, Chapter 3, Utah Administrative Rulemaking Act, establishing:

(i)required participant disclosures to consumers;

(ii)reporting requirements for participants to the office;

(iii)criteria for limited extension of the participation period; and

(iv)other requirements necessary to administer the learning laboratory; and

(d)report annually, before November 30, to the Business and Labor Interim Committee regarding:

(i)the proposed learning agenda for the learning laboratory;

(ii)the findings, participation, and outcomes of the learning laboratory;

(iii)any regulatory mitigation or joint interpretation agreements executed by the office; and

(iv)recommended legislation from findings from the learning laboratory.

(4)The office may develop and publish guidance and other resources, including best practices, to inform and educate Utah consumers about artificial intelligence technology.

Amended by Chapter 127 , 2026 General Session