Mostly Resilient
Last Update: 8/30/2026
AI Resilience Score for Legislators:
58.4%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Low
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
High
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
High
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Most data sources align, with only minor variation. This is a well-supported result.
AI Resilience Report forLegislators
$108,510 median salary•305,100 annual openings•SOC Code: 11-1031.00
Legislators are somewhat more resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 6 sources.
Legislators are labeled "Mostly Resilient" because the heart of the job, which includes listening to constituents, negotiating with colleagues, and making judgment calls on complex issues, is deeply human work that AI simply cannot replicate. O*NET rates the core legislative tasks as only about 2% automatable, and voters expect real, accountable human representation, which creates a natural barrier to AI replacement.
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This role is mostly resilient
Legislators are labeled "Mostly Resilient" because the heart of the job, which includes listening to constituents, negotiating with colleagues, and making judgment calls on complex issues, is deeply human work that AI simply cannot replicate. O*NET rates the core legislative tasks as only about 2% automatable, and voters expect real, accountable human representation, which creates a natural barrier to AI replacement.
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Latest AI news for Legislators
These articles highlight the growing importance of AI regulation for aspiring legislators. For instance, a bipartisan group of lawmakers is urging fast action on AI oversight, emphasizing the need for collaborative policy-making. Similarly, Michigan lawmakers are addressing AI risks, showcasing how legislators can shape the future of technology. By staying informed about these developments, students can position themselves to advocate for effective regulations that promote AI resilience, ensuring that they play a crucial role in safeguarding their communities as technology evolves.
Utah is studying AI in the wild today to help lawmakers write the rules for tomorrow
www.sltrib.com • 9/20/2026
Utah is taking a learn-as-it-goes approach to AI regulation, letting companies test emerging technology under customized state oversight...
Breaking down the proposals lawmakers are considering to regulate AI
www.nbcnews.com • 9/19/2026
Congress is facing growing calls to put new safeguards on advanced AI. NBC News' Sahil Kapur breaks down four key proposals from lawmakers...
Bipartisan Lawmakers Press House Leadership for Immediate Action on AI Risks
www.executivegov.com • 9/18/2026
Bipartisan coalition of 10 House lawmakers urged immediate action on AI oversight; Delegation called for fast-tracking pending bipartisan...
Is it too late for North Carolina lawmakers to regulate AI?
www.wral.com • 9/15/2026
In North Carolina, and across the country, lawmakers are grappling with how to regulate machine learning which can touch virtually every...
Michigan lawmakers raise concerns about AI risks as Senate candidates call for safeguards
www.clickondetroit.com • 9/15/2026
Artificial intelligence is advancing rapidly, prompting lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to raise concerns about how the technology...
More Career Info
Career: Legislators
They create and vote on laws to help solve community problems and improve the lives of people in their area.
Parent Careers
Employment & Wage Data
* Data estimated from parent occupation
Median Wage
$108,510
Jobs (2025)
3,904,100
Growth (2025-35)
+4.9%
Annual Openings
305,100
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
1
Vote on motions, amendments, and decisions on whether or not to report a bill out from committee to the assembly floor.
2
Attend receptions, dinners, and conferences to meet people, exchange views and information, and develop working relationships.
3
Represent their government at local, national, and international meetings and conferences.
4
Appoint nominees to leadership posts, or approve such appointments.
5
Debate the merits of proposals and bill amendments during floor sessions, following the appropriate rules of procedure.
6
Make decisions that balance the perspectives of private citizens, public officials, and party leaders.
7
Negotiate with colleagues or members of other political parties in order to reconcile differing interests, and to create policies and agreements.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
