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SB 146

Use of Artificial Intelligence by State Agencies

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Gayle Harrell

SB 146 imposes accountability, transparency, and oversight requirements on Florida state agencies deploying artificial intelligence in government operations and decision-making.

Referred to Governmental Oversight and Accountability; Appropriations Committee on Agriculture, Environment, and General Government; Fiscal Policy
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Bill Summary · SB 146

Legislative bill overview

SB 146 establishes guidelines and requirements for Florida state agencies' use of artificial intelligence systems in government operations. The bill creates accountability measures, transparency standards, and oversight mechanisms to govern how AI is deployed across state government functions.

Why is this important

As AI adoption accelerates in government services—from benefit eligibility determinations to law enforcement applications—establishing clear rules affects how decisions impacting Floridians are made. The bill attempts to balance government efficiency gains with public accountability and protection against algorithmic bias or misuse.

Potential points of contention

  • Regulatory burden vs. innovation: Detailed AI oversight requirements may slow government adoption of beneficial technologies or increase administrative costs, or conversely, may be insufficient for meaningful oversight
  • Transparency vs. proprietary concerns: Requiring disclosure of AI systems' decision-making processes could conflict with vendors' intellectual property interests and competitive concerns
  • Compliance costs: Implementation and ongoing monitoring could require significant budget allocations, or alternatively, minimal enforcement could render requirements symbolic

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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