AI Task Force
Artificial Intelligence
§5A-6-9. West Virginia Task Force on Artificial Intelligence.
The West Virginia Task Force on Artificial Intelligence, established under §5A-6-9 of the West Virginia Code, plays a pivotal role in guiding the state’s adoption of artificial intelligence. The WVOT will provide administrative and technical support to the task force, ensuring it has the resources needed to fulfill its mission. By developing strategic policies, fostering collaboration across sectors, and ensuring ethical standards, the task force aims to enhance the efficiency and quality of public services throughout West Virginia.
Task Force Responsibilities
Recommend a definition of AI for legislative purposes.
Identify the state agency responsible for AI policy and its implementation.
Determine existing and potential public interest use cases for AI.
Develop best practices for AI use in the public sector.
Recommend legislation to protect individual rights and data privacy related to AI.
Propose model policies for AI use in schools.
Evaluate the need for extending the Task Force to monitor AI developments.
Assess AI’s impact on the workforce and employment.
Inventory AI usage within state agencies.
Address other AI-related topics as they arise.
West Virginia Artificial Intelligence Task Force Meeting Notice
September 11, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.
Purpose: as set forth in House Bill 5690
August 7, 2024 at 1:00 p.m.