National AI policy framework (2024): requirements, deadlines and compliance actions
National Artificial Intelligence Policy Framework (AI Task Force report)
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In brief
National AI policy framework (2024) is a non-binding policy of Jamaica, issued by the Government of Jamaica (National AI Task Force). Its current status is adopted. Government programme; no obligations on private organisations. The task force report proposes a national AI policy with principles for responsible AI, a governance structure, skills and research programmes, public-sector use cases and sector priorities.
- Jurisdiction
- Jamaica
- Instrument type
- Policy
- Status
- Adopted
- Legal force
- Non-binding (guidance, strategy or standard)
- Issuing body
- Government of Jamaica (National AI Task Force)
- Official source
- Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport
- Verification
- Verified against the official source 26 Sep 2026
What is National AI policy framework (2024)?
The task force report proposes a national AI policy with principles for responsible AI, a governance structure, skills and research programmes, public-sector use cases and sector priorities.
Who does it apply to?
Government programme; no obligations on private organisations.
- Sectors
- Cross-sector / all sectors
- AI use cases
- AI in public services
When do the requirements apply?
Adoption date not established from the official source and left empty rather than estimated; the year in the title or summary is the best available indication. Reviewer to add the exact date with a source reference.
Official sources
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Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport
Government of Jamaica · Tier 1 source
Cite this record
AIPolicyTracker (2026). “National AI policy framework (2024)” [AIPT-POL-0112, record version 1, verified 26 September 2026 by Bhaskar Bhatt]. https://aipolicytracker.org/id/AIPT-POL-0112 (accessed 27 October 2026). Data licensed CC BY 4.0.
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Cite the official text alongside it: Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, Government of Jamaica, https://www.mset.gov.jm/.
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urldate = {2026-10-27},
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No change to this record's tracked fields has been recorded since 15 October 2026, when field-level history began.
Record version 1: Added in the September 2026 global coverage expansion from the official source listed; reviewer to confirm dates, status and scope against the source text. Every earlier wording is in the GitHub repository.
Frequently asked questions
Is National AI policy framework (2024) in force?
Not yet. National AI policy framework (2024) has been adopted.
Is National AI policy framework (2024) legally binding?
No. National AI policy framework (2024) is a policy; it sets expectations rather than legal requirements, unless another instrument gives it force.
Who does National AI policy framework (2024) apply to?
Government programme; no obligations on private organisations.
Where is the official text of National AI policy framework (2024)?
The official text is published by Government of Jamaica at https://www.mset.gov.jm/ (Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport). This record links to it and is checked against it.
Disclaimer: informational only, not legal advice. Verify every claim against the linked official sources and consult a qualified lawyer before acting.