Establishes a task force to assess AI speech-to-text and automatic speech recognition technology in the U.S. judicial system.

The Research and Oversight of AI in Courts Act of 2026 establishes a task force to evaluate the use of AI speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in the U.S. judicial system. The task force will assess policy, regulatory, and legal findings, and submit a final report to Congress within 18 months. The report will cover issues such as the impact on court record accuracy, cybersecurity risks, and potential cost changes for litigants. The task force will also recommend reforms to ensure these technologies do not infringe on constitutional rights.

Establishes a task force to assess AI speech-to-text and automatic speech recognition technology in the U.S. judicial system.

The Research and Oversight of AI in Courts Act of 2026 establishes a task force to evaluate the use of AI speech-to-text technology and automatic speech recognition technology in the U.S. judicial system. The task force will assess policy, regulatory, and legal findings, and submit a final report to Congress within 18 months. The report will cover issues such as the impact on court record accuracy, cybersecurity risks, and potential cost changes for litigants. The task force will also recommend reforms to ensure these technologies do not infringe on constitutional rights.