Is AI Regulated in Massachusetts? Here's What You Need to Know
Yes — Massachusetts has strong AI regulation
Massachusetts has a regulation score of 7/10 (restrictive). The state has introduced 25 AI-related bills, enacted 5 into law, and currently has 14 pending bills.
7/10
Regulation Score
25
Total AI Bills
5
Enacted Laws
14
Pending Bills
Current AI Laws in Massachusetts
- 1.MA SD 1411 - AI Commission Establishment Act
- 2.MA HB 1873 - AI in Employment Screening Standards
- 3.MA SB 2359 - AI in Healthcare Decision-Making Transparency
- 4.MA HB 65 - AI Literacy in Public Education
Pending AI Legislation
Massachusetts currently has 14 pending AI-related bills under consideration. This indicates significant legislative interest in AI policy.
Companies Lobbying on AI in Massachusetts
iRobotAkamai TechnologiesHubSpotWayfairDataRobot
Total tracked AI lobbying activity in Massachusetts: $14.0M
How Massachusetts Compares
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View full MassachusettsAI policy profile →Frequently Asked Questions
Is AI regulated in Massachusetts?▼
Yes. Massachusetts has a regulation score of 7/10 and has enacted 5 AI-related laws. The state is considered to have a restrictive regulatory environment for artificial intelligence.
How many AI bills has Massachusetts passed?▼
Massachusetts has enacted 5 AI-related laws out of 25 total AI bills introduced. There are currently 14 pending bills under consideration.
Which companies lobby on AI policy in Massachusetts?▼
Companies actively engaged in AI lobbying in Massachusetts include iRobot, Akamai Technologies, HubSpot, Wayfair, DataRobot. Total tracked lobbying activity in the state is approximately $14.0 million.
How does Massachusetts compare to other states on AI regulation?▼
Massachusetts has a regulation score of 7/10, placing it in the restrictive category. For comparison, Maryland scores 7/10 and Oregon scores 7/10.
What AI laws are currently in effect in Massachusetts?▼
Key AI laws in effect in Massachusetts include: MA SD 1411 - AI Commission Establishment Act; MA HB 1873 - AI in Employment Screening Standards; MA SB 2359 - AI in Healthcare Decision-Making Transparency; MA HB 65 - AI Literacy in Public Education. These laws form the core of the state's AI regulatory framework.