State agencies: automated decision systems.
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- Passed Assembly
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Overview
This bill establishes rules for how state agencies can use automated decision systems, which are computer programs that make decisions instead of humans. It requires agencies to verify the accuracy of these systems, prevent discrimination, and ensure meaningful human review before making adverse decisions that affect people. The bill also creates a process for agencies to get guidance on using these systems and requires them to notify the legislative budget committee.
Key provisions
- Requires state agencies to develop and maintain an inventory of high-risk automated decision systems.
- Prohibits using automated system outputs as the sole basis for adverse service determinations (like denial of licenses or benefits).
- Mandates human review of automated system outputs before adverse actions are taken.
- Requires agencies to verify the accuracy of automated system outputs and promote nondiscrimination.
- Authorizes the Government Operations Agency to develop and provide guidance on automated decision system use.
- Requires agencies to safeguard personally identifiable information and legally protected information.
- Requires quality control reviews of automated system outputs.
- Defines key terms related to automated decision systems.
Who is affected
- State Agencies
- Residents seeking professional licenses or public benefits
- Consumers interacting with government services
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