NCSL - National Conference of State Legislatures
09/12/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/12/2024 11:09
Federal and State Approaches to AI in Elections: Define, Disclose and Regulate
Federal and State Approaches to AI in Elections: Define, Disclose and Regulate
September 12, 2024
WASHINGTON, D.C.- The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) today released a white paper on the current federal and state legislative landscape on the use of artificial intelligence in elections.
As the 2024 election approaches, federal and state lawmakers are increasingly focused on the role AI is playing in elections. With the potential to reshape campaign strategies and the electoral process itself, lawmakers see opportunities and concerns as Congress and state legislatures address AI's influence on both federal and state elections.
At the federal level, Congress has introduced several bills to regulate AI's use in elections, balancing its benefits-such as enhancing cybersecurity and data analysis for campaigns-with the risks of disinformation and voter suppression.
State legislatures are also addressing AI's role in elections, with 19 states having enacted laws regulating AI's use in political messaging since 2019. These regulations range from defining AI, disclosure requirements to protection from deceptive AI-generated media.
To read the entire white paper, visit AI in Elections: A Look at the Federal and State Legislative Landscape.
NCSL is a bipartisan organization that serves the legislators and staffs of the states, commonwealths and territories. It provides research, technical assistance and opportunities for policymakers to exchange ideas on the most pressing state issues and is an effective and respected advocate for the interests of the states in the American federal system.