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NCSL AI Legislation Database
webThis NCSL database is a key reference for tracking U.S. state-level AI policy activity, useful for anyone monitoring regulatory developments that may shape how AI systems are deployed and governed in the absence of federal legislation.
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Summary
The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) maintains a comprehensive database tracking AI-related legislation introduced and enacted across all U.S. states. It serves as a central reference for monitoring the evolving state-level regulatory landscape for artificial intelligence. The database enables researchers, policymakers, and advocates to identify trends and gaps in AI governance across jurisdictions.
Key Points
- •Tracks AI legislation across all 50 U.S. states, providing a comprehensive view of state-level regulatory activity
- •Covers diverse AI policy areas including consumer protection, algorithmic accountability, facial recognition, and automated decision-making
- •Useful for identifying which states are leading or lagging in AI governance and where regulatory momentum is building
- •Enables comparison of legislative approaches across jurisdictions to inform model legislation and policy advocacy
- •Reflects the fragmented, state-by-state approach to AI regulation in the absence of comprehensive federal AI law
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Artificial Intelligence Legislation Database
Updated March 01, 2026
A Database lets you search statutes and more across the states, territories and D.C. for the latest information on a wide range of policy topics.
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NCSL’s Artificial Intelligence Database tracks legislation regarding AI policy across state legislatures including topics relating to AI funding, government use, private sector use, AI in healthcare, responsible use and discrimination, studies, and other related topics. It reviews enacted and pending legislation beginning in 2025 and is updated monthly as legislation is identified by NCSL staff.
Years Tracked: 2025-present
Update Frequency: Monthly
Legislation Included: All introduced
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For faster performance, please use the fields below to filter your results. If you select nothing, the default search will pick up all topics and states in the most recent session
year available. The full text of bills is available by clicking on the bill number.
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Housing
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Notification
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Personhood
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Studies
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Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
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Michigan
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Nevada
New Hampshire
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New Mexico
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North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
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