The Georgia Department of Education published statewide K-12 AI guidelines in January 2025, making Georgia the 25th US state to issue formal AI guidance for schools. The framework addresses ethical AI use, data privacy, academic integrity, and classroom implementation strategies. It provides a structure for school districts developing their own AI policies.
Separate legislation (HB 487 / SB 249) was introduced in the 2025 legislative session to embed AI concepts into graduation requirements through computer science education. The bills reflect legislative interest in formalising AI literacy as a graduation component, though their passage status is not confirmed as of April 2026.
At the district level, Gwinnett County has developed a three-course AI career pathway at two high schools and is integrating AI literacy into its digital citizenship training programme for all students.
Who it affects: Georgia public school students and educators through voluntary departmental guidance. If HB 487/SB 249 pass, AI concepts would become embedded in graduation requirements statewide.
What is notably missing: The state guidance is not binding; districts determine whether and how to implement it. No statewide minimum standard exists for AI literacy instruction, no teacher training mandate is attached, and no funding mechanism supports implementation. Graduation requirement legislation has not been enacted.