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Georgia Senate Explores the Future of AI: Policy, Public Safety, and AI Literacy

A look inside the Georgia Senate Urban Affairs Committee's discussion on artificial intelligence, proposed legislation, responsible AI governance, and the importance of AI literacy, safety, and access for seniors.

Nan Ross

10/22/20262 min read

1. Introduction: Georgia examines AI's impact

Introduce the October 6 hearing, Senator Donzella James, and the committee's examination of artificial intelligence.

Explain how the discussion addressed AI's influence on government, education, employment, privacy, and everyday life.

2. What legislation are Georgia senators considering?

Briefly explain the bills and proposals mentioned during the hearing.

Legislation What it addresses

SB 164 - Prohibiting surveillance-based discrimination in pricing and wages

SB 165 - Strengthening protections for minors using social media, including personal data deletion

SB 455 - Establishing a Georgia Artificial Intelligence Commission to support statewide oversight

SR 789 - Creating a Senate study committee on AI's impact

These measures were discussed in the context of Georgia's broader AI policy work. SB 455, for example, was introduced in February 2026 but had not advanced beyond committee referral in the official status record reviewed.

3. Perspectives from other AI experts and stakeholders

Summarize several perspectives presented to lawmakers:

Creative industries and education: Christina Potts raised concerns about AI-generated misuse of artists' voices, images, and creative work.
Local governments: Representatives from the Georgia Municipal Association and ACCG discussed AI adoption, employee training, approved tools, data protection, and human oversight.
State technology leadership: The Georgia Technology Authority outlined its approach to responsible AI, including governance policies, tool evaluation, security, and an AI advisory council.

These speakers highlighted both practical uses of AI and the need for safeguards as adoption increases.

4. My testimony: AI literacy, safety, and access for seniors

This is where your perspective becomes the focus.

Introduce yourself as founder of Rewrite & Rise, Inc., an AI literacy trainer, and a Certified AI Consultant.

Then cover your experience facilitating beginner AI workshops in partnership with the Fulton County Library System, particularly the challenges some older adults face with digital access, limited technical experience, online scams, and privacy concerns.

Emphasize your core message: Responsible AI adoption requires more than technology and regulation. It also requires education, access, and practical safeguards that people can understand and use.

5. Closing: Building an AI-ready Georgia

Close by connecting the legislative discussion to community education and responsible adoption. Encourage continued dialogue among lawmakers, technology experts, educators, and residents.

Watch the October 6, 2026 Senate Urban Affairs Committee Hearing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nO7j24EvOY&utm_source=chatgpt.com