Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania to begin using artificial intelligence in operations
The decision comes after a September executive order that established a generative AI governing board.
“Our goal with the pilot is to work closely with a small number of employees to figure out where we can have the greatest impact using generative AI tools,” said Office of Administration Secretary Neil Weaver, chairman of the Generative AI Governing Board.
The OA, which provides business support to state agencies, will work with the Carnegie Mellon University Block Center for Technology and Society throughout the pilot program.
The move runs counter to other efforts — including at the federal level — to restrict the use of AI in government work.
In 2021, Congress had the Federal Trade Commission report on “reasonable policies, practices, and procedures” regarding AI use.
The report, released the following year, said giving transparency, avoiding overreliance and accountability are some recommendations to combat potential harm from AI use.