The Maryland Department of Information Technology (DoIT) and the Maryland AI Subcabinet have submitted the “AI Enablement Strategy & AI Study Roadmap” on Jan. 14 to the Maryland General Assembly, laying out a plan for the ethical and productive use of artificial intelligence across the state in 2025.
The roadmap emphasizes strengthening AI governance with frameworks that adhere to the state’s six guiding principles, improving data reliability for generative AI outputs, and assisting state agencies in adopting scalable AI solutions to enhance public services. It also highlights increasing workforce training and collaboration with academic, civil, and industry leaders to identify AI-related opportunities and risks.
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Additionally, the plan includes studying AI applications in critical areas such as economic development, healthcare, education, and public safety. By addressing these domains, the strategy aims to position Maryland as a leader in AI-driven solutions tailored to state-specific trends and needs.
“Generative AI is evolving at an unprecedented rate and could affect Marylanders in nearly every facet of their lives,” said DoIT Secretary and AI Subcabinet Chair Katie Savage. “The AI roadmap charts a course for the State of Maryland in 2025, helping it accelerate the pace of AI adoption while considering the unique assets, opportunities, and risks present in Maryland.”
Commerce Secretary Kevin Anderson added that adopting AI technologies will stimulate innovation and boost productivity in Maryland’s business community.
Senior Advisor for Responsible AI Nishant Shah, who leads the state’s AI enablement team, said the strategy focuses on “responsible and productive adoption” of rapidly evolving AI technologies.
“2025 will be an important year in the broader AI landscape. Our approach is to execute a practical and focused strategy that will set the State up for success in responsible and productive adoption, no matter the direction AI technologies evolve,” said Shah.
“Our North Star is adopting the technology in ways that can improve life for Marylanders and decrease drudgery for the State workforce,” he added.
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This initiative builds on Governor Wes Moore’s executive order in January 2024 to enhance government services with AI technologies. Initiatives included offering guidance and free training courses for state employees, as well as launching AI pilot programs to experiment with the technology in low-risk environments.
As a living document, the roadmap will adapt to technological advancements, ensuring Maryland remains at the forefront of responsible AI integration, the DoIT and AI Subcabinet claimed.