Maryland Governor Launches Bipartisan Initiative to Address AI Concerns
Maryland Governor Wes Moore, chair of the National Governors Association, is forming a bipartisan group of state governors to address concerns and threats posed by artificial intelligence, citing a perceived lack of action from the federal government.
Orlando Daytona Beach Melbourne, FL, October 1, 2026 — Maryland Governor Wes Moore, in his capacity as chair of the National Governors Association (NGA), is initiating the formation of a bipartisan group comprised of state governors. This collective effort is aimed at addressing the growing concerns and potential threats associated with artificial intelligence (AI).
The decision to convene this group stems from Governor Moore’s observation of what he perceives as a lack of decisive action at the federal level regarding AI. The initiative seeks to create a unified state-level approach to understanding and mitigating the complex issues posed by rapidly advancing AI technologies.
As chair of the NGA, Governor Moore holds a prominent position within the organization, which serves as a bipartisan forum for governors to share best practices and address common challenges. The formation of this specific working group underscores the perceived urgency among state leaders to engage with AI’s implications across various sectors, including economy, security, and public services.
The specific composition of the bipartisan group and the detailed agenda for its initial meetings were not immediately available. However, the stated goal is to foster collaboration and develop strategies that can inform policy and action at both state and national levels, particularly in the absence of comprehensive federal guidance. The focus will be on identifying both the risks and opportunities presented by AI, and exploring how states can collectively respond.
Story summarized from the original created by Steven Sloan, Associated Press on www.clickorlando.com, see more information here.
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