Think tank · Policy · New York, NY · Est. 2023
AI Policy Institute (AIPI) is an independent, donor-supported 501(c)(3) organization focused on producing research and survey polling about the trajectory, capabilities, and public-policy implications of advanced AI systems. Its stated model is to track US public opinion on AI risks and policy preferences, then use that evidence to inform governance decisions and to support engagement with policymakers, journalists, and the broader AI safety community.
AIPI’s work is organized around three public-facing functions: (1) public opinion tracking via polling collaborations, (2) policy research that turns findings into reports and policy proposals, and (3) media and policymaker engagement intended to connect information about AI technology and public opinion to the people influencing policy. In addition to polling and reports, AIPI launched “AI Policy Daily,” a weekday email brief intended to summarize policy developments and related research, covering Congress, the White House, agencies, frontier companies, and global developments.
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Three in four U.S. likely voters support the White House Accord on Super Intelligence, the voluntary pledge signed by President Trump and six major AI companies, with majorities in every party: 88% of Republicans, 72% of independents, and 60% of Democrats.
Opposition to Local Data Centers Falls When AI Safety Guardrails are Attached, AIPI Poll FindsNational polling from the AI Policy Institute (AIPI) finds that voters’ opposition to local data centers turns less on the data centers themselves than on whether they come with rules: the same facility draws majority opposition when it carries no AI-specific safeguards, and majo
Bipartisan Majorities Back Three AI Chip Security Bills, New AIPI Poll FindsToday, new national polling from the AI Policy Institute (AIPI) finds that likely voters across the political spectrum overwhelmingly support three major AI chip security bills before Congress.
Blog: Your day in AI policy starts here.AI Policy Daily launches today. It’s a free email brief, sent every weekday morning, covering what you need to start your day in AI policy: Congress, the White House, the agencies, the frontier companies, and the rest of the world. If you’re a Hill staffer, a policy expert, a com
New Polling: Battleground Voters Want AI GuardrailsThe American public – across party lines, in both toss-up House districts and competitive Senate seats – overwhelmingly favor proactive federal oversight to manage the risks associated with advanced artificial intelligence, new polling by the Artificial Intelligence Policy Instit
Voters Strongly Back Elon Musk’s Balanced Approach to AI Development Under Trump AdministrationBy a 6-to-1 Margin (62% to 11%), Voters Support Musk's Vision of Building AI Infrastructure While Managing Catastrophic Risks Instead Of Hands-Off Approach Favored By Marc Andreesen
2.5x More Voters Support SB1047 than Oppose it in Collaborative Poll Between AntiAs California considers landmark legislation on artificial intelligence, a new, first-of-its-kind poll conducted in partnership between opposing sides of the debate about it finds that a decisive majority of voters in the state support the measure.
Poll: Twice as Many California Voters Prefer Newsom Commentary on AI Safety Concerns Than on Innovation of ItBy a 2:1 margin, California voters prefer Gov. Gavin Newson’s statement about addressing AI safety concerns over expressing concern about creating a chilling effect on AI innovation, a new Artificial Intelligence Policy Institute (AIPI) poll shows
Poll: 7 in 10 Californians Support SB1047, Will Blame Governor Newsom for AI-Enabled Catastrophe if He VetoesAs opponents angle for Governor Newsom to veto the bill, 65% of California voters say they would put at least partial responsibility on Governor Newsom for an AI-enabled catastrophe should he strike the bill down
AIPI reports September 2026 polling (fielded September 6, 2026) on public preferences for pacing/pausing versus accelerating advanced AI development, including responses to an incident description and support for specific governmental measures.
Opposition to Local Data Centers Falls When AI Safety Guardrails are Attached, AIPI Poll FindsAIPI reports August 2026 polling (fielded June 10–11, 2026) showing opposition to local data centers declines when AI safety guardrails are attached to the facility description.
Bipartisan Majorities Back Three AI Chip Security Bills, New AIPI Poll FindsAIPI reports June 2026 national polling (fielded June 18, 2026) showing broad support for three proposed AI chip security/export-control bills described as the AI OVERWATCH Act, the MATCH Act, and the Chip Security Act.
AI Policy Daily launchesAIPI announces the launch of AI Policy Daily as a free weekday email brief intended to help policy professionals and media stay current on developments in AI policy.
The AI Safety MajorityAIPI publishes June 2026 polling results on public opinion about regulation of advanced AI, reporting voters’ preference for mandatory safety and security standards when offered as an option.