Alabama Governor Kay Ivey released the final report of the Governor’s Task Force on Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI), marking the culmination of a year-long effort to examine how the executive branch can responsibly and effectively adopt GenAI technologies. Created by Executive Order 738, the task force was charged with surveying current GenAI use across state agencies, identifying risks and opportunities, and developing recommendations for ethical and productive implementation.
“Here in Alabama, we’re booming with growth,” Governor Ivey said. “From big businesses moving to Alabama, to rebuilding infrastructure and cutting-edge research, Alabama is staying on top of the game and will continue to be an industry leader, especially in the ethical use of artificial intelligence.”
Chaired by Daniel Urquhart, Secretary of the Alabama Office of Information Technology, the task force included members of the governor’s cabinet, legislators, and higher education representatives. Four specialized working groups focused on policy and governance, data management and ownership, responsible and ethical use, and workforce education and training.
The final report, submitted to the governor’s office in late 2024, outlines ten overarching recommendations for the adoption of GenAI in the executive branch. These include the creation of a technology quality assurance board, adoption of a data classification matrix, and implementation of a statewide GenAI training program. The report also encourages aligning agency policies with the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s AI Risk Management Framework.
A statewide inventory of GenAI use, compiled through agency self-reporting, revealed that while most agencies (104 out of 139) do not currently use GenAI, the remaining agencies reported 108 products across 72 vendors. The tools are used for functions ranging from text generation and translation to code writing and data analysis.
The report stresses the importance of transparency, fairness, and accountability in GenAI systems. It also recommends the use of sandbox environments for safe testing, structured employee training, and procurement guidelines that prioritize vendor transparency and compliance with state security standards.
The task force identified numerous risks associated with GenAI, including misinformation, biased outputs, job displacement, and data privacy concerns. To address these, the report recommends regular audits, clear accountability structures, and policies for human oversight of AI systems.
“This report is aimed at helping to educate, facilitate, and provide strategic recommendations for the effectual and ethical implementation of GenAI for the state of Alabama,” said Secretary Urquhart.
Governor Ivey called the report a blueprint for moving Alabama forward as a responsible leader in the AI era.
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