Cox’s ‘pro-human AI’ order directs state government to use ‘responsible’ artificial intelligence

By: Katie McKellar

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: October 6, 2026

Words: 523

Last Updated: 1 week, 4 days ago

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Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on Tuesday signed an executive order meant to “promote responsible AI use within government” by using “pro-human” principles when evaluating artificial intelligence tools.

The executive order sets a “structured, pro-human framework for artificial intelligence integration across state government,” the governor’s office said in a news release.

It’s meant to advance Utah’s Pro-Human AI Initiative, an effort launched in December 2025, …

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