- Arizona launched an AI steering committee to ensure responsible and ethical use of technology across state and local agencies.
- The 13-member committee includes experts from government, education, law enforcement, academia, and the private sector.
- It aims to develop a statewide AI policy framework focusing on transparency, fairness, and accountability.
- The committee will create guidelines for AI adoption, engage communities for inclusive implementation, and promote AI literacy.
- Arizona joins other states like Illinois and Washington in evaluating AI, with the first meeting scheduled this month and initial recommendations expected by 2026.