AI Policy Calendar
Key dates, deadlines, and milestones shaping AI policy in 2026–2027. From lobbying filing deadlines to landmark laws taking effect.
Q1 2026 Federal Lobbying Filing Deadline
Deadline for all registered federal lobbyists to file Q1 2026 disclosure reports with the Senate Office of Public Records and the House Clerk.
State Legislative Sessions End
Most state legislatures adjourn their 2026 sessions. Final votes on pending AI bills across dozens of states.
Colorado SB24-205 Takes Effect
The first comprehensive state AI law in the U.S. goes into effect, requiring AI developers and deployers to use reasonable care to avoid algorithmic discrimination.
California AI Transparency Act Provisions Take Effect
Key provisions of California's AI Transparency Act become enforceable, requiring disclosure when consumers interact with AI systems.
Q2 2026 Federal Lobbying Filing Deadline
Deadline for Q2 2026 lobbying disclosure reports. Watch for continued spending growth from AI companies.
EU AI Act High-Risk Requirements Take Effect
The EU AI Act's requirements for high-risk AI systems become enforceable, affecting any company serving EU markets with AI in healthcare, employment, law enforcement, and other sensitive areas.
Expected: Senate Commerce Committee AI Markup
The Senate Commerce Committee is expected to mark up comprehensive AI legislation, potentially the most significant federal AI regulatory action to date.
2026 Midterm Elections
All 435 House seats and 33 Senate seats are up for election. AI policy positions and tech industry campaign contributions will be closely watched.
Q4 2026 Federal Lobbying Filing Deadline
Final lobbying disclosure deadline for 2026. Full-year spending totals will reveal the scale of AI industry influence.
FTC Enforcement Actions on AI Deception
The Federal Trade Commission continues enforcement actions against companies making deceptive AI claims or using AI in ways that harm consumers.
State-Level AI Bill Introductions
Over 700 AI-related bills are expected to be introduced across state legislatures in 2026, covering topics from deepfakes to algorithmic bias to AI in hiring.