ITUP AI Committee: Advancing AI in Health Policy & Equity

March 6, 2025

Leading AI Innovation for Health Equity

As California’s leading convener on health policy, ITUP is dedicated to fostering collaboration and innovation across sectors. The ITUP AI Committee strengthens this role by bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and community advocates to navigate AI’s impact on health care. By analyzing legislative developments, sharing insights, and driving forward equitable AI solutions, the committee ensures that AI advancements align with ITUP’s mission to improve health care access and outcomes for all Californians.

The ITUP AI Committee is leading the charge in shaping AI-driven health policy and ensuring that California’s health care system evolves with equity at its core. In collaboration with the California Department of Technology (CDT), ITUP is exploring AI solutions to improve access, efficiency, and outcomes within California Health and Human Services (CalHHS).

The Role of the ITUP AI Committee

The ITUP AI Committee plays a pivotal role in:

  • Monitoring AI Legislation – Tracking emerging laws and regulations that impact AI’s role in health care.
  • Providing Expert Insights – Assessing AI’s benefits, risks, and applications in improving health care access.
  • Analyzing Real-World Challenges and Successes – Examining the implications of AI in practice to ensure responsible and equitable implementation.
  • Shaping ITUP’s AI Strategy – Informing ITUP’s approach to AI in health care, with a focus on equity, accessibility, and innovation.

AI and Health Care Equity

As AI rapidly transforms the health care landscape, it is essential to ensure that its development and deployment benefit all communities, particularly those historically underserved. By evaluating policies, identifying best practices, and fostering collaboration, the ITUP AI Committee is committed to advancing responsible AI adoption in California’s health policy framework.

Stay Connected

Explore the latest discussions, research, and policy developments from the ITUP AI Committee through the presentations provided below. Want to join the committee? reach out to ITUP Director of Policy Jana Wright at Jana@itup.org or ITUP Assistant Director of Policy Shirley Lam, at Shirley@itup.org.