Scholar-Recommended AI Law Published For Consideration

Summary
On March 16, 2024, a “scholar recommended Artificial Intelligence Law” issued to the public and for legislative body to consider. The document was drafted by seven law schools with support from other universities. A comprehensive Artificial Intelligence Law is listed in the Legislative Work Plan for 2023 by the State Council. Earlier in 2024, the relevant government official stated that the government has been conducting in-depth research on important issues including ethics, morality, and safety in cutting-edge scientific and technological fields like AI. A timeline for an Artificial Intelligence Law to enter into force is uncertain, due to the complexity of related legal issues.