Interim study of artificial intelligence

This Montana joint resolution directs the Legislative Council to conduct an interim study on artificial intelligence, which would examine current laws, ethical frameworks, liability issues, and the technology's impact on residents. The study would analyze existing regulations from other states and the federal government, research potential codes of ethics and bills of rights for state agencies, and assess benefits and risks related to employment, privacy, and legal rights. If assigned to staff, findings would be reviewed by a designated committee and completed before September 15, 2026, with final results reported to the 70th Legislature. The resolution affects the state's legislative process by initiating research rather than creating immediate laws, and it primarily involves state legislative staff and committees in its execution.