Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott has issued an executive order designed to govern the use and development of artificial intelligence (AI) within city operations.

This is to ensure the responsible use of generative AI tools as they become more prolific and offer additional opportunities to support government services.

“City government has routinely played catch-up in terms of technology, but this administration is trying to change that. We know that artificial intelligence is moving incredibly fast, presenting both unprecedented challenges and opportunities for city services,” said Mayor Brandon M. Scott. “We must proceed with caution and the utmost responsibility to ensure the best interests of Baltimore’s residents are centered as the use of AI becomes increasingly common. This executive order lays the foundation for a future where the use of AI technologies is guided in a manner that is transparent, secure, and beneficial for all Baltimoreans.“

In the coming weeks, Baltimore City will establish an advisory group whose immediate priorities include assessing the current use of generative artificial intelligence technologies across city agencies, researching and supporting policy development, offering education and training for city employees, and developing risk profiles for safe and productive use cases.

To see the full press release, which includes guidelines for Baltimore City employees as well as the core principles outlined in the executive order, click the following link