On January 1, 2026, the Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA) changed the landscape for every district in the state. This session provides a collaborative space for tech leaders to curate the essential policy updates, notice requirements, and risk management frameworks required for 2026 compliance. We will distill complex state mandates into a "District Support Toolkit" ready to share with TETL members statewide. Additional Information 50-Minute Outline:
0-10m: The TRAIGA Checklist: Mandatory notice requirements and prohibited uses (Biometrics/Social Scoring).
10-25m: Governance Gallery Walk: Reviewing current district AI policies and identifying gaps in "Safe and Effective Systems."
25-40m: Building the "TETL Starter Pack": Small group curation of administrative guidelines and vendor AI audit templates.
40-50m: Distribution Plan: How to roll these materials out to TETL regional members. Essential Skill Leadership & Vision; Strategic Planning; Ethics & Policies