Congresswoman Celeste Maloy will host her annual Regulatory Reform Summit on Thursday, October 15, at Utah Valley University’s Lehi Campus. The summit will bring together policymakers, industry leaders, and AI experts to discuss how government can protect consumers while allowing innovation to move forward.
The program will explore the ethical considerations of AI regulation, Utah’s approach to emerging technology, and opportunities for regulatory reform. Maloy will join keynote speaker Jason Rathje for a discussion following his remarks.
WHAT: Congresswoman Celeste Maloy’s Regulatory Reform Summit
WHEN: Thursday, October 15, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Utah Valley University, Lehi Campus
2912 W Executive Pkwy
Lehi, UT 84043
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:
- 9:10–9:50 a.m.: Ethical and Moral Considerations of AI Regulation
Conversation featuring Medlir Mema and Bennett Borden. - 9:55–10:40 a.m.: Utah’s Approach to AI Regulation
Panel featuring Rep. Doug Fiefia, Utah Department of Commerce Commissioner Margaret Busse, UVU Emerging Tech Policy Lab Director Brandon Amacher, and Criminal Deputy Attorney General Stewart Young. Moderated by Justin Jones, director of UVU’s Herbert Institute. - 10:50–11:20 a.m.: Keynote featuring Jason Rathje
- 11:20–11:40 a.m.: Conversation with Congresswoman Maloy and Jason Rathje
