Is AI Regulated in North Carolina? Here's What You Need to Know

Partially — North Carolina has moderate AI regulation

North Carolina has a regulation score of 5/10 (moderate). The state has introduced 14 AI-related bills, enacted 2 into law, and currently has 9 pending bills.

5/10
Regulation Score
14
Total AI Bills
2
Enacted Laws
9
Pending Bills

Current AI Laws in North Carolina

  • 1.NC SB 550 - AI in Financial Services Standards
  • 2.NC HB 890 - Government AI Procurement Framework

Pending AI Legislation

North Carolina currently has 9 pending AI-related bills under consideration. This indicates significant legislative interest in AI policy.

Companies Lobbying on AI in North Carolina

SAS InstituteRed Hat (IBM)Epic GamesFidelity Investments (Durham)

Total tracked AI lobbying activity in North Carolina: $8.2M

How North Carolina Compares

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is AI regulated in North Carolina?
Partially. North Carolina has a regulation score of 5/10 with 2 enacted AI laws and 9 pending bills. The state takes a moderate approach to AI regulation.
How many AI bills has North Carolina passed?
North Carolina has enacted 2 AI-related laws out of 14 total AI bills introduced. There are currently 9 pending bills under consideration.
Which companies lobby on AI policy in North Carolina?
Companies actively engaged in AI lobbying in North Carolina include SAS Institute, Red Hat (IBM), Epic Games, Fidelity Investments (Durham). Total tracked lobbying activity in the state is approximately $8.2 million.
How does North Carolina compare to other states on AI regulation?
North Carolina has a regulation score of 5/10, placing it in the moderate category. For comparison, Delaware scores 5/10 and Florida scores 5/10.
What AI laws are currently in effect in North Carolina?
Key AI laws in effect in North Carolina include: NC SB 550 - AI in Financial Services Standards; NC HB 890 - Government AI Procurement Framework. These laws form the core of the state's AI regulatory framework.