Student Government Passed AI Disclosure Act
The Central Student Government mandate requires transparency for any future resolutions involving artificial intelligence.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in People
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The Central Student Government at the University of Michigan passed the AI Disclosure Act, known as 16-047, during its meeting on Tuesday. The act mandates that any legislative resolutions involving AI for writing, editing, or ideation must include a formal disclosure statement.
Why it matters
The legislation seeks to increase transparency within the university's legislative process as artificial intelligence tools become more prevalent in student government work. By requiring clear disclosure, the body aims to keep the decision-making process accountable to the student population.
The AI Disclosure Act, designated as 16-047, passed with a unanimous vote by the Assembly. The government also approved funding for Narcan distribution across four local Fraternity and Sorority Life councils.
The players
Central Student Government
This is the primary student governing body at the University of Michigan responsible for representing the student voice in administrative affairs.
Lucas Wuertele
He was appointed to serve as the vice chair of the Financial Committee during the assembly meeting.
Abigail Bingley
She was sworn in as a representative for the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts.
Tisya Grover
She was sworn in as a representative for the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts.
The details
The assembly met at the Michigan Union to vote on the measure and conduct internal business, including the appointment of new committee members and representatives. Additionally, the assembly president introduced proposals for new student access to Canva Pro and dental cleanings.
Timeline
The Central Student Government meeting took place on October 6, 2026.
A Hail-O-Ween 5k is scheduled for October 25, 2026, at the Nichols Arboretum.
Market Landscape
This mandate follows a global trend of governing bodies implementing transparency standards for artificial intelligence use. It positions the student government alongside larger institutions like those operating under the European Union AI Act in regulating automated content creation.
The new transparency requirements mean that future legislative resolutions will be clearly marked when AI is used, providing students with greater insight into how their government operates. These changes aim to ensure that the work presented to the student body is clearly attributed.
The takeaway
This policy demonstrates how institutional bodies are proactively adjusting their governance rules to keep pace with rapid technological advancements. Students should look for disclosure statements on future legislative drafts to better understand the role AI plays in campus policy development.
What happens next
The Hail-O-Ween 5k is scheduled to take place on October 25, 2026, at the Nichols Arboretum.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Michigan Daily.
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