September 26, 2025

From Hype to Policy: Managing AI Use Policies in Election Offices

Artificial intelligence tools have become increasingly woven into everyday office workflows. With their promise came new responsibilities: ensuring integrity, protecting sensitive data, maintaining transparency, and building public trust.

The AI & Elections Clinic convened a discussion on Friday, September 26, at 12 p.m. ET focused on how election offices can develop, adopt, and implement AI use policies that balance innovation with accountability. The session walked through what effective policies look like, highlighted legal and ethical considerations, and shared model approaches that fit the realities of election administration.

Participants left with concrete ideas, example language, and guiding questions to take back to their offices – helping election teams use AI tools responsibly, consistently, and securely.