AI Legislation Update: April 25, 2024
In the latest legislative developments surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) in the United States, several states have made significant progress in drafting bills that would impact the private sector. These bills cover a wide range of areas, from algorithmic discrimination to automated employment decision making and the establishment of an AI Bill of Rights.
1. Algorithmic Discrimination:
– Connecticut’s SB 2, which seeks to prevent algorithmic discrimination, passed through the Senate and is now under consideration in the House.
– Colorado’s SB24-205, modeled after Connecticut’s bill, advanced out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.
– California’s AB 2930 (formerly AB 331) moved to the Appropriations Committee after passing the Judiciary Committee.
2. Automated Employment Decision Making:
– Illinois’ HB 3773 and Massachusetts’ H.1873 are making progress in regulating AI tools in employment decisions.
– New Jersey introduced S3015 and A3911 to regulate AI in video interviews for employment purposes.
3. AI Bill of Rights:
– Oklahoma’s HB 3453, focusing on establishing an AI Bill of Rights, advanced in the Senate.
4. Working Groups:
– Various bills have been introduced in California and other states to set up government commissions or working groups to study AI technologies and offer recommendations for future regulations.
5. Other Bills:
– Several bills in California aim to regulate AI systems, including AB3211, AB2013, AB3050, and AB2885, covering areas like generative AI content, data collection, and deepfake prevention.
– Oklahoma’s HB 3577 has no new updates since the last report.
These legislative efforts highlight the growing importance of regulating AI technologies to ensure fairness, accountability, and transparency in their deployment. As states continue to develop and refine their AI-related legislation, it remains crucial for industry stakeholders to stay informed and engaged in the process to shape the future of AI governance in the private sector.
