Alabama — AI Law & Policy Updates

Alabama state agencies are required to adopt AI governance policies under a new executive order, while private sector guidance remains pending. U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell has cosponsored a bill to halt AI data center construction until federal safeguards are in place, and state lawmakers are considering AI regulation to protect children.

Executive Order on AI — Status: Executive Order State agencies required to adopt AI governance policies. Private sector guidance pending. Recent developments: Rep . Terri Sewell cosponsors bill to halt AI data center construction until federal guardrail placed — trussvilletribune.com 2026-07-22 Rep . Terri Sewell backs bill to pause AI data center construction pending safeguards — abc3340.com 2026-07-21 Alabama lawmakers weigh effective AI regulation to keep kids safe — wsfa.com 2026-06-25 Full coverage on AI Law Tracker →