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AI regulation

States in 2026 are expected to respond to federal frameworks on AI regulation while managing budgets and new Washington demands. Indiana must consider how AI rules affect business, workforce, and public-sector use.

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Sources

Governing — https://www.governing.com/politics/the-biggest-issues-to-watch-in-2026
States will be scrambling to manage new priorities and demands from Washington, tighten their belts in a tough budget cycle and respond to federal frameworks on AI regulation.
Pew Research Center — https://www.pewresearch.org/politics/2026/07/23/as-the-2026-midterms-approach-economy-is-front-and-center
Policies related to AI
Positions on this issue  ·  liberal → conservative
  1. Impose strict state AI safety, bias, and transparency mandates quickly
  2. Adopt strong consumer protections while coordinating with federal rules
  3. Wait for clear federal standards and apply light-touch state oversight
  4. Keep regulation minimal to attract AI investment and talent
  5. Block most new AI rules and prioritize unrestricted innovation