The Louisiana Legislature has passed a resolution requesting the Joint Legislative Committee on Technology and Cybersecurity to conduct a comprehensive study on the use and regulation of artificial intelligence (AI). This initiative arises from growing concerns about the potential threats AI poses to the health, safety, and welfare of citizens, particularly if misused. The resolution highlights various areas of concern, including education, criminal justice, financial transactions, health care, and state fiscal health, all of which could be impacted by AI technologies. The legislature acknowledges the need for more information to develop effective policies that harness the benefits of AI while mitigating its risks.

The resolution mandates the joint committee to gather data and testimony from relevant stakeholders to inform its study. It also requires the committee to provide annual reports with policy recommendations to the legislature, ensuring that lawmakers are equipped with the necessary insights to address the complexities surrounding AI regulation and its implications for governance and public welfare.