2026 AI Regulation Opinion Survey

With 19 US states passing AI employment laws in 2026, public opinion is shaping policy fast. Tell us what AI regulation you support — and what you think governments are getting wrong.

How familiar are you with AI regulation efforts in your country?

Very familiar — I follow the policy news closely

Somewhat familiar

I've heard of it but don't know the details

Not familiar at all

Which AI regulation approach do you most support?

Light-touch self-regulation by companies

Mandatory government standards and audits

International treaty framework (like nuclear agreements)

No regulation — let the market decide

Which AI use cases concern you most from a regulation standpoint?

AI in hiring and recruiting decisions

Facial recognition and surveillance

AI-generated content and deepfakes

Autonomous weapons systems

Medical AI diagnosis and treatment

Algorithmic financial decisions (loans, insurance)

Do you think the current pace of AI regulation is...

Too fast — regulation is stifling innovation

About right

Too slow — harms are already happening

Regulation is barely happening at all

Were you aware that 19 US states enacted AI employment laws in 2026?

Yes, very aware

Heard something about it

No, wasn't aware

Should companies be legally required to disclose AI use to job applicants?

Definitely yes

Probably yes

Probably no

Definitely no

How confident are you that AI will be effectively regulated in the next 5 years?

Which sector needs AI regulation most urgently?

Who should lead global AI governance?

The UN or a new multilateral body

Individual countries independently

A consortium of tech companies

Academic and civil society coalitions

What do you think will happen to AI regulation in the next two years?

Get the 2026 AI Regulation Opinion Report — enter your email:

Scan to share

By submitting this form, you consent to the collection of your information. View "Privacy Policy"

Made with FormHug