Attorney General Tong Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence
Connecticut — Attorney General Tong Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence
Connecticut · Attorney General Tong Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence
- Status
- In effect
- Took effect
- February 25, 2026
- Applies to
- Businesses and organizations using AI in areas such as tenant screening, employment, credit, insurance, and targeted advertising affecting Connecticut residents.
Connecticut AG William Tong issued a memorandum explaining how existing Connecticut civil rights, data privacy and security, consumer protection (unfair trade practices), and antitrust laws already apply to AI systems, signaling enforcement priorities.
Who is protected: Residents interacting with state government AI systems; public-sector data subjects.
Key facts
| Jurisdiction | Connecticut |
|---|---|
| Level | State |
| Strength | Limited |
| Citation | Attorney General Tong Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence |
| Topics | government use of AI · automated decision-making · consumer data privacy · AI hiring and employment |
| Agency page | Attorney General Tong Releases Memorandum on Artificial Intelligence | CT Office of the Attorney General |
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