Global AI regulations tracker

Australia

AI Ethics Framework

Guidelines

Active

Voluntary framework focusing on eight AI ethics principles including human-centered values, fairness, and transparency. Currently being reviewed for potential mandatory elements. Includes sector-specific guidance and risk assessment tools.

Brazil

Marco Civil da Inteligência Artificial

Law

Proposed

Comprehensive AI bill under congressional consideration. Would establish risk-based classification system similar to EU AI Act, with specific provisions for foundation models and high-risk AI applications. Includes data protection integration with LGPD.

Canada - Ontario

Trustworthy AI framework (Public sector)

Guidelines

Active

The province is developing a trustworthy AI framework for public-sector use; treat as non-binding governance guidance, rather than a certification regime.

Canada – Ontario

Verifiable Credentials AI Framework

Framework

Active

Pilot program for AI system certification using blockchain-based verifiable credentials. Includes technical standards for AI system attestation and compliance verification.

Canada – Quebec

Bill 25 AI Privacy Amendments

Law

Active

Amendments to provincial privacy law including specific provisions for automated decision-making and AI system accountability. Requires impact assessments for AI systems processing personal information.

China

Draft Measures for Deep Synthesis Provisions

Law

Proposed

Comprehensive regulation covering AI-generated content including deepfakes, synthetic media, and algorithmic recommendations. Requires service providers to obtain user consent, mark synthetic content, and implement content moderation. Expected to be finalized in 2024.

China

Provisions on the Administration of Algorithmic Recommendation of Internet Information Services

Regulation

Active

Regulates how platforms use recommendation algorithms. Requires transparency, user opt-out options, and bans manipulative or harmful algorithmic practices.

China

Provisions on Deep Synthesis of Internet Information Services

Regulation

Active

Covers AI-generated or modified content such as deepfakes and synthetic media. Requires labeling of synthetic content, user identity verification, and moderation systems.

China

Interim Measures for the Management of Generative Artificial Intelligence Services

Regulation

Active

Governs public-facing generative AI (text, image, audio, video). Sets rules for safety reviews, data quality, labeling, and accountability of service providers.

China

Draft Measures for AI Science & Technology Ethics Services

Regulation

Proposed

Expands AI governance through ethics oversight and risk management processes for AI development and deployment.

European Union

EU AI Act

Law

Active

The world's first comprehensive AI regulation, effective August 2024. Creates a risk-based approach categorizing AI systems as minimal, limited, high-risk, or unacceptable risk. Prohibits certain AI practices like social scoring and requires conformity assessments for high-risk AI systems. Includes specific requirements for general-purpose AI models and foundation models above certain compute thresholds.

France

AI for Humanity Strategy

Framework

Active

National AI initiative including governance components and ethical AI principles. Includes public sector AI deployment guidelines and research ethics frameworks. Coordinates with EU-level AI regulation development.

Germany

AI Strategy Update

Guidelines

Active

National AI strategy updated in 2020 with additional governance elements. Includes plans for AI testing and certification infrastructure. Works within EU AI Act framework while addressing national implementation priorities.

India

National Strategy for AI

Framework

Active

Comprehensive strategy document outlining AI development priorities and governance principles. Includes plans for regulatory sandboxes and sector-specific AI guidelines. Currently developing more detailed regulatory proposals.

Italy

National AI Strategy

Framework

Active

Strategic framework focusing on AI development and governance. Includes provisions for AI ethics committees and public sector AI deployment standards. Coordinates with EU AI Act implementation.

Japan

AI Governance Guidelines

Guidelines

Active

Updated in 2022, provides voluntary principles for AI development and deployment. Focuses on human-centric AI principles and includes specific guidance for AI service providers and users. Emphasizes international cooperation and standards harmonization.

Japan

AI promotion act

Guidelines

Active

Guidelines designed to encourage AI innovation while acknowledging and mitigating AI risk. A 'soft approach' to AI governance, the guidelines rely on business cooperation and current laws to regulate the technology in place of adding dedicated penalites.

Netherlands

Algorithm Transparency Standard

Guidelines

Active

Government standard requiring public sector organizations to publish information about algorithmic decision-making systems. Includes requirements for impact assessments and public accountability measures.

Singapore

Model AI Governance Framework

Framework

Active

Voluntary framework updated in 2020 providing practical guidance for AI deployment. Includes sector-specific guidance for financial services and healthcare. Emphasizes self-assessment and industry best practices rather than mandatory compliance.

South Korea

K-AI Safety Act

Law

Proposed

Proposed legislation creating comprehensive AI safety framework with mandatory impact assessments for high-risk AI systems. Includes provisions for AI trustworthiness certification and algorithmic transparency requirements.

Spain

Digital Rights Charter

Guidelines

Active

Includes specific provisions for algorithmic transparency and AI system accountability. Creates framework for digital rights protection including AI-related rights and remedies.

Sweden

Guidelines for AI in Public Sector

Guidelines

Active

Comprehensive guidance for government agencies using AI systems. Includes procurement guidelines, risk assessment requirements, and transparency obligations. Serves as model for other Nordic countries.

United Kingdom

AI White Paper

Guidelines

Active

Published March 2023, establishes principles-based approach rather than new legislation. Empowers existing regulators to apply AI governance principles within their sectors. Focuses on innovation-friendly regulation while addressing risks through sector-specific guidance.

United States

Executive Order on Safe and Trustworthy AI

Guidelines

Active

Signed October 2023, directs federal agencies to develop AI safety and security standards. Requires AI companies to share safety test results for powerful AI systems and establishes new standards for AI safety and security. Creates Immigration pathway for AI talent and addresses AI's impact on workers.

United States

NIST AI Risk Management Framework

Framework

Active

Voluntary framework released January 2023 providing a structured approach for organizations to manage AI risks. Focuses on four core functions: Govern, Map, Measure, and Manage. Widely adopted across government agencies and increasingly referenced in private sector AI governance programs.

United States

Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2025

Law

Proposed

Requires large companies to assess the impacts of the automated systems they use and sell and requires added transparency about when and how automated systems are used.

United States - California

Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act (SB 53)

Law

Active

Requires developers of “frontier AI models” (i.e. very advanced models) to publicly disclose how they manage safety risks. Introduces whistleblower protections and civil penalties for noncompliance. Effective Jan 1 2026

United States - California

AI Transparency Act (SB 942)

Law

Active

Places requirements on providers of AI systems, such as implementing an AI detection tool, making certain disclosures, and contracting requirements with users. Effective Jan 1 2026

United States - California

Employment AI / Automated Decision System (ADS) Regulations

Active

Regulates use of AI / automated decision systems in hiring, promotion, recruitment, etc. Requires compliance with anti-discrimination laws; prohibits use of systems that result in disparate impact based on protected classes.

United States - California

Judicial AI policy for California courts

Guidelines

Proposed

A task force is considering requiring all California courts to adopt AI use policies (or ban AI) by a certain deadline.

United States - Colorado

Colorado AI Act (SB24-205)

Law

Active

Regulates "high-risk" artificial intelligence systems, primarily to protect against algorithmic discrimination. Imposes obligations on developers of AI systems, including conducting impact assessments, mitigating risks, and providing consumer disclosures. Takes effect June 30, 2026

United States - Illinois

Amendment to Illinois Human Rights Act (IHRA)

Law

Active

Regulates use of AI by employers in decision-making regarding hiring, promotion, discipline, etc. Prohibits AI use that results in discrimination against protected classes and requires employers to notify employees when AI is used in employment decisions. Takes effect January 1 2026.

United States - Illinois

Wellness and Oversight for Psychological Resources (WOPR) Act

Law

Active

Regulates the use of AI in mental health therapy and psychotherapy services; Prohibits an individual, corporation, or entity from offering therapy or psychotherapy services through the use of AI unless the therapy or psychotherapy services are provided by a licensed professional.

United States - Nevada

AB-406

Law

Active

Prohibits AI systems designed to provide services that constitute the practice of professional mental or behavioral healthcare (such as therapy) and prohibits making representations that an AI system can provide such care.

United States - Texas

Texas Responsible AI Governance Act

Law

Active

Creates baseline duties for AI “developers” and “deployers”. Enables civil penalties, defines prohibited AI uses (e.g. social scoring by governments, discrimination, behavior manipulation), mandates disclosures, and establishes a regulatory sandbox and a state AI council. Takes effect January 1, 2026.

United States - Utah

Utah AI Policy Act

Law

Active

Defines GenAI and places strict disclosure requirements on organizations to ensure consumers are aware when they're interacting with AI systems.

United States - Washington state

SB 5838

Law

Active

Created a task force to better identify and understand the risks and benefits of AI. The task force investigates AI topics regarding racial equity, civil liberty, and high-risk use cases, recommending new guidance where necessary.

United States – Illinois

HB 3773 AI Video Interview Act

Law

Active

Requires employers using AI in video interviews to notify candidates and provide alternative accommodation options. Includes specific disclosure requirements about AI evaluation criteria and human review processes.

United States – Maryland

HB 1202 AI Discrimination Prevention

Law

Proposed

Proposed legislation prohibiting discriminatory AI practices in employment, housing, and public accommodations. Includes requirements for bias testing and remediation procedures.

United States – Massachusetts

AI Bill of Rights

Guidelines

Proposed

Proposed framework establishing individual rights regarding AI system use including transparency, human review, and non-discrimination protections. Includes enforcement mechanisms and private causes of action.

United States – New York City

Local Law 144 (AI Hiring Law)

Law

Active

Requires employers using automated employment decision tools to conduct annual bias audits and provide notice to job candidates. Effective July 2023. Includes specific technical requirements for bias testing methodologies and public posting of audit results.

United States – Texas

AI in Government Act

Guidelines

Active

Requires state agencies to inventory AI systems and develop governance policies. Includes provisions for AI procurement standards and risk management requirements.

United States – Washington State

SB 6280 AI Task Force

Guidelines

Active

Creates AI task force to study AI governance needs and develop policy recommendations. Includes specific focus on government AI use and algorithmic accountability measures.