This bill mandates that community colleges, school districts, and institutions governed by the state board of regents in Iowa develop and implement policies regarding the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by students and employees. Each entity is required to adopt a policy by July 1, 2028, which outlines when students and staff may utilize AI during instructional time and work-related duties, as well as any prohibitions on its use. The policies must be published on their respective internet sites and shared with the director of the department of education, who will also publish them on the department's website.

The bill defines artificial intelligence as any machine-based system that generates outputs, including content, decisions, predictions, or recommendations, based on the inputs it receives. This definition is consistent across all educational institutions covered by the bill, ensuring a uniform understanding of AI's role within educational settings. The legislation aims to provide clear guidelines for the responsible use of AI in education, promoting transparency and accountability in its application.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 256.9, 260C.14, 262.9