Technical solutions alone are insufficient. A field can produce world-class research on alignment, safety, and security and still fail to protect the public if that research does not translate into enforceable standards, effective regulation, and accountable institutions. AI policy is the bridge between what we know and what society actually requires.
This is not a peripheral concern. Across the United States and globally, governments are actively shaping the legal and regulatory environment for AI, often without adequate technical input. The decisions being made now about liability frameworks, disclosure requirements, procurement standards, and international coordination will shape the trajectory of AI development for decades. The window to influence those decisions thoughtfully, with evidence and rigor, is narrow.
The Lab engages at the policy level through applied research, expert testimony, practitioner convenings, and direct engagement with legislators and regulators. We translate technical insights from our alignment, safety, and security work into recommendations that policymakers can act on, and we help institutions build the internal capacity to govern AI responsibly, not just comply with minimum requirements.