We don’t have to choose between innovation and safety. With the right structure, we can have both. By Spencer Cox & Margaret Busse As artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into our professional and personal lives, policymakers across the country are grappling with how — and whether — to respond. In the past two years, we’ve seen an explosion of interest in regulating …
NEWS RELEASE: 42 State and Territory Attorneys General Urge Meta to Take Action Against Investment Scam Ads
WASHINGTON, D.C. — June 11, 2025 — The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) today announced that a bipartisan coalition of 42 attorneys general has sent a letter to Meta Platforms, Inc. (Meta), urging the company to take immediate and meaningful action to address the proliferation of fraudulent investment advertisements on Facebook and WhatsApp. The letter, addressed to Meta’s Chief Legal Officer Jennifer …
NEWS RELEASE: Bipartisan Coalition of 42 Attorneys General Urges Passage of Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. — June 9, 2025 — The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) today announced that 42 attorneys general from across the states and territories have signed a bipartisan letter urging Congress to swiftly pass the Homebuyers Privacy Protection Act of 2025 (H.R. 2808 and S. 1467). The legislation seeks to end the abusive use of mortgage credit trigger leads …
Protect Yourself from Scams During National Consumer Protection Week
National Consumer Protection Week is the perfect time to remind ourselves about the importance of staying safe from scams. Scammers are becoming increasingly sophisticated, using technology like deceptive text messages to trick unsuspecting individuals. A recent example includes text messages about owing tolls. It’s crucial to be vigilant and informed. Visit Scams.Utah.gov for information on how to protect yourself from …
UTAH DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE WINS PRESTIGIOUS RAGAN PR DAILY AWARD
[Salt Lake City, Utah] — The Utah Department of Commerce has won Ragan’s PR Daily Awards in the Public Service Campaign category. Ragan’s PR Daily Awards celebrates the top communications campaigns, events, initiatives, publications, and more that were instrumental in the success of organizations and clients. Ragan held a special award celebration on December 11 at the City Winery in …
NEWS RELEASE: Utah Department of Commerce’s Office of Artificial Intelligence Announces First Regulatory Mitigation Agreement
A First-of-Its-Kind AI Regulatory Relief Agreement for Utah With Teen Mental Wellness App, ElizaChat SALT LAKE CITY – The Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence (OAIP) signed its first regulatory mitigation agreement with ElizaChat, a company developing an app that schools can offer to teenage students to enable them to improve their mental wellness. The app aims to facilitate discussions around …
NEWS RELEASE: Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy’s Call For Public Suggestions on Next Learning Agenda
Call For Public Suggestions on Utah Office of AI Policy’s Next Learning Agenda Salt Lake City, UT—The Office of Artificial Intelligence (OAIP) is concluding its current learning agenda on the use of AI in mental health in Utah and has made its recommendations to legislators. To prepare for its next learning agenda, OAIP is seeking input from technology and other community …
The Utah Department of Commerce Announces the Official Launch of the Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy
The Utah Department of Commerce Utah is pleased to announce the official launch of its Office of Artificial Intelligence (OAIP). This launch represents a significant milestone in Utah’s dedication to shaping responsible AI policies for the benefit of its residents and businesses. Utah is home to many artificial intelligence companies. As a state, we aim to encourage this nascent industry …
NEWS RELEASE: Zachary Boyd Appointed as New Director of the Utah Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy
The Utah Department of Commerce has appointed Dr. Zachary Boyd as the Director of the newly established Office of Artificial Intelligence Policy. Dr. Boyd brings an extensive background in artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, which will help lead the state’s efforts in exploring AI technologies and developing policies.



