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AI-Enabled Optimization of Early-Phase Clinical Trials Pilot Program; Request for Information

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) is issuing this request for information to solicit input on a proposed pilot program to assess how artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled technologies can improve efficiency, speed, and quality of decision- making in early phase clinical trials. Early-phase clinical trials represent a critical bottleneck in drug development, often characterized by high uncertainty, limited patient populations, and inefficient decision- making processes. This pilot program aims to explore how advances in AI and data science can improve trial efficiency, enhance safety monitoring, facilitate dose selection decisions, and enable more informed early go/no-go decisions (e.g., a regulatory decision as to whether a Phase 1 study may proceed) while maintaining FDA's rigorous scientific and regulatory standards and promoting trustworthy AI systems. The pilot program will be guided by principles aligned with the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) AI Risk Management Framework (AI RMF).

Comment close 2026-05-29 (16 days)
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Relating To Artificial Intelligence.

Hawaii Senate Bill 2967 would establish consumer protection requirements for artificial intelligence systems, including disclosure mandates when AI interacts with consumers and additional rights for high-stakes automated decisions. The bill, introduced in February 2026, would require companies using AI for consequential decisions in areas like housing, credit, and employment to provide explanations and allow human review. The legislation is currently in the pre-decision stage in Hawaii's legislature.

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Protect Elections from Deceptive AI Act

The Protect Elections from Deceptive AI Act (H.R. 5272) would prohibit knowingly distributing materially deceptive AI-generated audio or visual media of federal candidates with intent to influence elections or solicit funds. The bipartisan bill was introduced in the House on September 10, 2025, and referred to the Committee on House Administration. It includes exceptions for news media with proper disclosure and satirical content, and provides civil remedies for affected candidates.

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California AI Transparency Act.

California has enacted the AI Transparency Act (AB 853), which requires AI system providers with over 1 million monthly users to provide free AI detection tools and embed provenance data in generated content. The law extends transparency requirements to large online platforms (starting January 2027) and capture device manufacturers (starting January 2028), with the overall framework taking effect August 2, 2026.

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Revised for 1st substitute: Regulating artificial intelligence companion chatbots.

Washington State has introduced legislation to regulate artificial intelligence companion chatbots. The bill, designated as a revised first substitute, is in pre-decision status as of March 12, 2026.

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Relates to the use of automated decision tools by landlords for making housing decisions; sets conditions and rules for use of such tools.

New York Senate Bill 6471, introduced March 14, 2025, would regulate landlords' use of automated decision tools for housing screening. The bill requires annual disparate impact analyses, public disclosure of analysis summaries, and advance notice to applicants when such tools are used. The bill is in pre-decision status, referred to the Committee on Investigations and Government Operations.

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AI-MEANINGFUL HUMAN REVIEW

Illinois HB3567, the "Meaningful Human Review of Artificial Intelligence Act," would prohibit state agencies from using automated decision-making systems without continuous human oversight when delivering public benefits or affecting individual rights. The bill requires impact assessments covering bias testing, cybersecurity risks, and notification procedures, with results submitted to the Governor and General Assembly. Introduced in March 2026, the legislation remains in pre-decision status.