“These announcements mark the beginning of our work, not the end,” Moore, a Democrat, said at a news conference two days before Congress. I look forward to moving it forward.” It gathers for a 90-day session each year.
Rapidly evolving technology attracts attention state legislator of various places.
Moore said some people get scared when they hear the words AI and cyber.
“Here’s the problem. This technology already exists. The only question now is whether we’re going to be reactive or proactive,” Moore said. . “Our administration always chooses to lead.”
Moore likened the effort to updating software on a cell phone in a rapidly changing world.
“If you look at it this way, my iPhone asks me to update it every eight weeks, and we haven’t updated the way our government has done it in the last eight years,” the governor said. “If the tools this guy needs to win in 10 years are the tools of the last 10 years, how can the next guy win in 10 years?”
The order emphasizes the need for fairness and equity in states’ use of AI, and states that state agencies must “consider the fact that AI systems can perpetuate harmful biases and reduce those risks.” We need to take action.”
The order also says the state is committed to exploring ways AI can be used to improve state services. It also states that the right to privacy of individuals is “preserved by design in the use of AI by states, ensuring that the creation, collection, and processing of data is secure and compliant with all applicable laws and regulations.” It also emphasizes that “you should”.
The order creates an AI subcabinet that will develop a plan to create appropriate guardrails for the use of AI by government agencies.
Maryland Department of Information Technology Secretary Katie Savage said, “We look forward to working with all government agencies to ensure the responsible and productive use of AI in Maryland.” “This (executive order) is just the first step in what will undoubtedly be a longer path for the Moore-Miller Administration to work closely with the General Assembly to govern and leverage AI.”
The order was one of several initiatives outlined by the governor.
Moore also announced the creation of the Maryland Cybersecurity Task Force, which will bring together cybersecurity experts from the state’s Office of Information Technology, the Maryland Department of Military Affairs, and the Maryland Office of Emergency Management. Then he said. They will work with the Department of Homeland Security Governor’s Office to promote a whole-of-government approach to cybersecurity within the state.
Moore also announced other technology initiatives, including new Maryland Digital Services. The new team will support the website and application redesign.
Moore also announced a new digital accessibility policy that will ensure residents have equal access to information technology and services procured and developed by the state.