Idaho government employees split on AI use, survey shows [Video]

BOISE — Some Idaho state government employees are already using generative artificial intelligence, or AI.

But many say they would like help with a range of concerns, including for legal and ethical guidance, according to a survey by the Idaho Office of Information Technology Services.

The Idaho Legislature’s AI Working Group, a committee established to study AI for possible legislation, heard those findings Tuesday.

“We’re currently in the wild wild West, because there’s not a whole lot of guidance to the agencies,” Idaho Office of Information Technology Services Administrator Alberto Gonzalez told lawmakers.

The committee has met twice in late 2024 ahead of next year’s legislative session, which starts Jan. 6.

“From a government …