The bill amends the Code of West Virginia to establish the West Virginia Task Force on Artificial Intelligence within the Office of the Governor. It outlines the composition of the Task Force, which includes various state officials and representatives from the artificial intelligence and cybersecurity industries, as well as members from educational institutions and business associations. The Task Force is tasked with several responsibilities, including recommending a definition of artificial intelligence, developing best practices for its public sector use, and assessing its impact on the workforce.

A significant addition to the Task Force's agenda is the identification of economic opportunities related to artificial intelligence that the state may support or promote. Furthermore, the bill mandates that the Task Force submit an annual electronic report by July 1 to the House of Delegates, Senate, and the Governor, detailing its findings and recommendations. The Task Force is set to terminate on July 1, 2027, and is required to hold its first meeting within 120 days of the bill's effective date, with subsequent meetings occurring quarterly.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 5A-6-9
Engrossed Version: 5A-6-9
Enrolled Version: 5A-6-9