Florida Moves to Regulate Artificial Intelligence in Education, From Pre-K to Doctoral Programs

Florida is taking a significant step toward regulating artificial intelligence in its public education system. According to The 74, several institutions overseeing public education — spanning from preschool to doctoral programs — are working in parallel on policies designed to establish clear rules for AI safety and use in the classroom.

Universities First in Line

The Florida Board of Governors, the body that oversees the state's 12 public universities, is set to review a proposed policy next week aimed at bringing greater transparency to how AI is used in academic settings. According to The 74, the proposal would require every campus to include a dedicated section in course syllabi disclosing how instructors use artificial intelligence tools.

This requirement would give students a clearer picture of the role AI plays in their education, from generating teaching materials to grading assignments. The move comes as more and more higher education institutions across the United States seek ways to responsibly manage the rapid integration of AI-based technologies.

A Multi-Tiered Approach

What sets Florida's initiative apart is its scope: rather than a single, isolated policy, it represents a coordinated effort spanning the entire educational journey, from preschool to doctoral studies. According to The 74, various state bodies that regulate public education are simultaneously developing similar measures, each tailored to its respective level of schooling.

What Comes Next

For now, the full details of these policies await official approval. But the direction is clear: Florida authorities appear determined to establish a framework of transparency and accountability around the use of artificial intelligence, for teachers and students alike.