Television Academy to raise AI with lawmakers: ‘We want to focus on its ethical use’

The Television Academy has long existed to celebrate industry excellence, handing out Emmy Awards each fall.

But the North Hollywood-based group has been branching out. Dramatic shifts in television platforms, production and technology — including the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence — have spurred the nonprofit organization to boost its role advocating for its diverse membership by taking a deeper look at public policy that affects the industry.

Television Academy Chairman…