State Government’s Race to Shape AI

We all know gen AI (artificial intelligence) is set to redefine work. As companies rush to create AI strategies for businesses, lawmakers are also racing to identify how to best manage AI’s impact on society. In the past year, we have seen states step up to create AI regulations. Let’s take a closer look in today’s blog.

Politics aside, I too recognize this may be nearly impossible for some. Still, for the sake of this discussion, let’s try. The Transparency Coalition’s 2025 report identifies 73 new AI laws across 27 states, making this one of the fastest periods of AI policymaking in American history. These laws span a wide range of concerns:

• Crackdowns on deepfakes affecting fraud, harassment, and intellectual property
• Safety requirements for AI tools used by children
• Rules limiting or prohibiting AI systems in therapy or healthcare contexts
• Designation of certain professions—such ...