Responsible AI in action

Practical steps for regulators leading AI innovation with confidence

Ministry for Regulation
Ministry for Regulation
May 2026
New Zealand
Guidance

Responsible AI in action guidance helps regulatory leaders make confident, informed choices about AI.

AI can do powerful work. It analyses at scale, drafts at speed, and surfaces patterns people might miss. But regulatory decisions still rely on human judgement, legal interpretation, and accountability.

To support regulators to navigate these choices, we created this guidance specifically designed for the regulatory context.

See the full guidance and a summary of the guidance for regulatory leaders.