S.787

AI Ethics and Literacy Across Education

Introduced·4/21/26

North Carolina S787 mandates AI education standards for K-12 students, covering AI concepts, applications, and ethical use.

North Carolina S787 requires the State Board of Education to establish age-appropriate AI instruction standards for kindergarten through grade 12. These standards include basic AI concepts, real-world applications, and ethical considerations such as privacy and academic honesty. The bill also appropriates $100,000 for supporting AI instruction in schools, to be distributed based on average daily membership. This act takes effect July 1, 2026, for the 2026-2027 school year.

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Where it stands

Current
Appropriations/Base Budget Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DDD
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Apr 23

Senate

Withdrawn From Com

Apr 23

Senate

Re-ref Com On Appropriations/Base Budget

Apr 22

Senate

Passed 1st Reading