Regulate AI companies, not AI in schools, North Dakota state superintendent says

By: Jeff Beach

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: August 17, 2026

Words: 559

Last Updated: 1 day, 10 hours ago


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The leader of North Dakota’s public schools last week advised lawmakers to focus artificial intelligence regulations on companies providing AI and chatbots, but leave AI use in the classroom up to school boards and educators.

Levi Bachmeier, the state superintendent of schools, testifying in front of the Legislature’s artificial intelligence and data center committee, expressed concern about young students and their exposure to AI, especially chatbots, but recognized AI can be a valuable tool.

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