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Description: Relative to preventing dystopian work environments. Labor and Workforce Development.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 16, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Dylan Fernandes
(sole sponsor)
Last action: Senate concurred (July 30, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)
The legislation explicitly mentions Automated Decision Systems (ADS) and their relation to employment-related decisions, which ties into the social impact of AI by addressing concerns about bias, fairness, and privacy. This legislation seeks to prevent dystopian work environments that may arise due to the misuse of AI and algorithmic processes, indicating a strong focus on the potential adverse impacts on workers. Regarding Data Governance, the text details the processes surrounding data collection, rights to access and correct worker data, and accuracy mandates, all directly linked to responsible data management in the context of AI applications. System Integrity is relevant due to the legislation's implications for ensuring transparency and control over the data and algorithmic decision-making processes, thus promoting a secure working environment. Although there are mentions of data security and compliance, the emphasis on AI's societal implications makes Robustness less relevant in this context since it doesn't focus specifically on performance benchmarks for AI systems.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions (see reasoning)
The legislation pertains significantly to the sector of Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment as it directly addresses the use of AI in employment-related decisions and workplace environments, highlighting the implications of automation within labor contexts. It also relates to Government Agencies and Public Services since it involves regulatory oversight and establishes rights and responsibilities touching on data practices within workplace environments. Although the text does not explicitly mention academic institutions, the broader implications on workforce development may also touch upon training and accountability, aligning mildly with Academic and Research Institutions. The legislation does not specifically address the healthcare system, political campaigning, or the judicial system, which reduces relevance for those sectors. Overall, the legislation predominantly targets the labor sector with implications for data privacy and compliance in workplace settings.
Keywords (occurrence): machine learning (1) automated (11) algorithm (2) show keywords in context
Description: As enacted, defines and adds "voice" as a protected personal right; adds commercial availability of a sound recording or audiovisual work in which the individual's name, voice, likeness, or image is readily identifiable to considerations for determining whether non-use has occurred; makes other related changes. - Amends TCA Title 39, Chapter 14, Part 1 and Title 47.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: March 26, 2024
Status: Passed
Primary sponsor: William Lamberth
(44 total sponsors)
Last action: Effective date(s) 07/01/2024 (March 26, 2024)
System Integrity (see reasoning)
This legislation primarily focuses on the protection of personal rights, particularly as it relates to individuals' names, voices, and likenesses. Since there is mention of algorithms, software, and technology that can produce identifiable outputs (photographs, voices, likenesses), it may touch on areas related to data management and automated decisions. However, the emphasis remains largely on personal rights rather than broader social impacts directly linked to AI technologies or their governance. Therefore, while there is some relevance in terms of 'System Integrity' due to the mention of algorithms, the direct implications are limited. There's also limited reference regarding environmental impact, fairness in AI outputs, or complex issues of misinformation and public trust, leading to a lower score in 'Social Impact' but still acknowledging some degree of relevance for potential bias or misuse. Other categories do not have explicit connections; notably, 'Data Governance' would need clear mandates on data handling, which this text does not provide.
Sector: None (see reasoning)
The bill primarily addresses personal rights protection and does not inherently apply to the governance of AI in sectors like politics, public services, or healthcare. The references to technology and algorithms have more to do with the use of personal identifiers than with systemic applications of AI within these sectors. Thus, although there is a tangential connection, particularly with regard to 'Government Agencies and Public Services' in terms of regulated use of technology, it does not explicitly fit into any assigned sector category directly.
Keywords (occurrence): algorithm (2) show keywords in context
Description: To direct the Secretary of Agriculture and the Director of the National Science Foundation to carry out cross-cutting and collaborative research and development activities focused on the joint advancement of Department of Agriculture and National Science Foundation mission requirements and priorities, and for other purposes.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: June 4, 2024
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Frank Lucas
(2 total sponsors)
Last action: Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote. (June 13, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)
The text explicitly mentions key AI-related terms such as 'artificial intelligence,' 'machine learning,' and 'automation' as part of the focus areas for collaborative research and development activities. Since it includes AI as a pivotal element fostering agricultural advances and technology improvements, this indicates a significant relevance to the categories of Social Impact and Data Governance, as it pertains to how these technologies could impact farming practices and data collection efforts. However, there is less emphasis on issues pertaining to system integrity or robustness within the text compared to the first two categories. Thus, the categorization should reflect this focus on societal and data implications of AI while acknowledging the lower connection to system integrity and robustness.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Healthcare
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions (see reasoning)
The legislation specifically ties into the agricultural sector through its focus on research related to the Department of Agriculture and the National Science Foundation’s mission requirements. Given the potential applications of AI in agricultural practices as highlighted in the text (like precision agriculture tools and food safety technologies), it is most relevant to the Healthcare sector due to data handling and food safety concerns, and to some degree, to Academic and Research Institutions through its emphasis on STEM education and workforce development. However, there is less direct relevance to sectors like Politics and Elections, Government Agencies, or the Judicial System. This reflects a potential interdisciplinary effect within the Agriculture and Educational sectors.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) machine learning (1) show keywords in context
Description: An act to add Chapter 22.7 (commencing with Section 22650) to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, to amend Section 3344 of the Civil Code, to add Article 2.5 (commencing with Section 1425) to Chapter 1 of Division 11 of the Evidence Code, and to add Chapter 9 (commencing with Section 540) to Title 13 of Part 1 of the Penal Code, relating to artificial intelligence technology.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Dec. 2, 2024
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Angelique Ashby
(sole sponsor)
Last action: From printer. May be acted upon on or after January 2. (Dec. 3, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)
The text explicitly discusses various legal frameworks concerning artificial intelligence (AI) technology, particularly focusing on accountability, consumer protection regarding synthetic content, and implications for legal proceedings. This aligns well with the Social Impact category, as it addresses accountability and harm related to the misuse of AI technology. The Data Governance category is relevant due to mentions of consumer warnings and the handling of AI-generated synthetic content which connects to data management and consent. System Integrity is also relevant since it highlights the necessity of judicial assessments of AI evidence, indicating concerns over security and control of AI systems. Robustness is less central as the text does not primarily address benchmarks for AI performance but rather legal definitions and implications. Overall, the relevance of the Social Impact is strong due to provisions on misuse and consumer rights, while Data Governance and System Integrity are moderately relevant as they touch upon data management and legal standards for evidence respectively.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)
The text pertains primarily to the sectors of Government Agencies and Public Services, as it discusses legislation that directs state regulatory bodies on AI-related consumer rights and judicial practices. It indirectly touches on the Judicial System due to its focus on evidence and verification processes concerning AI. The discussion about consumer warnings and liabilities is particularly relevant to Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment, as it relates to businesses dealing with AI technology. While there are implications for healthcare and academic institutions, these are much less pronounced, thus scoring lower. The legislation primarily focuses on governmental and consumer implications arising from AI technology, giving it a distinct connection to governmental functions and legal statutes.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (14) show keywords in context
Description: Requires the University of Hawaii to establish and implement a two-year program to develop web-GIS wildfire susceptibility and vulnerability maps for the State of Hawaii to determine which communities, landscapes, buildings, and infrastructure are most vulnerable to future wildfires. Declares that the general fund expenditure ceiling is exceeded. Makes an appropriation. Effective 7/1/3000. (SD1)
Collection: Legislation
Status date: March 5, 2024
Status: Engrossed
Primary sponsor: Linda Ichiyama
(2 total sponsors)
Last action: Report adopted; Passed Second Reading, as amended (SD 1) and referred to WAM. (March 22, 2024)
The text discusses the generation of wildfire susceptibility and vulnerability maps, with a requirement for the University of Hawaii to implement a program to produce these maps. While the text includes the term 'Artificial Intelligence' in the report title, it does not mention AI directly in the main body of the text or provide context on how AI might be integrated into this endeavor. Therefore, AI's relevance to the text remains vague, which impacts the assessment of the four categories. Without clear mention of AI's implications on social aspects, data management, system integrity, or performance robustness within the context of wildfire susceptibility mapping, the scores assigned to each category remain low. This mainly reflects the lack of substantive focus on how AI contributes to the intended outcomes of the text.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)
The text predominantly revolves around the environmental management and public safety sector, specifically dealing with natural disasters such as wildfires. As the text does not detail the application of AI that relates to politics, government actions, the judicial system, healthcare, or other specified sectors, its relevance across the nine sectors is limited. The references to 'wildfire management' and 'public safety' suggest connection to the 'Government Agencies and Public Services' sector, but without explicit AI applications, the scores assigned are minimal across the sectors.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1)
Description: Creates a temporary state commission to study and investigate how to regulate artificial intelligence, robotics and automation; repeals such commission.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: May 8, 2024
Status: Engrossed
Primary sponsor: James Sanders
(sole sponsor)
Last action: referred to science and technology (May 8, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)
The text pertains strongly to the development of regulations surrounding artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and automation. It directly relates to the social implications of AI through its exploration of liability, employment impacts, and the use of AI in weaponry, emphasizing societal effects and accountability. The study and investigation aspect highlights the commission's role in determining how AI influences public trust and various sectors. Regarding Data Governance, the text hints at implications for information confidentiality and legal frameworks governing AI technology. System Integrity is relevant as the legislation considers oversight and accountability in the technologies examined. Robustness is less relevant since it focuses on regulatory frameworks rather than performance benchmarks for AI systems. Overall, the legislation is expected to address various forays into the impact and regulation of AI, making it relevant across multiple categories.
Sector:
Politics and Elections
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)
The text has considerable relevance to multiple sectors due to its comprehensive approach to studying AI, robotics, and automation. Politically, this commission will provide legislative guidance on the deployment of AI within the state's operations and beyond. It directly impacts the Government Agencies and Public Services sector as it seeks to establish a regulated framework for how public institutions can leverage AI technologies. It may also touch on the Private Enterprises sector, especially regarding employment implications and how businesses might be impacted by regulatory adaptations. However, direct implications for sectors like Healthcare and Academic Institutions are not explicit in the text, leading to lower scores in those areas. Overall, the text is most relevant to the Political and Government sectors.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (9) show keywords in context
Description: To enhance the participation of precision agriculture in the United States, and for other purposes.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: March 22, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Donald Davis
(7 total sponsors)
Last action: Ordered to be Reported by Voice Vote. (May 11, 2023)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)
The text discusses the involvement of artificial intelligence in precision agriculture, particularly in Section 4 where the impact of AI on precision agriculture is considered. This suggests a connection to the social, ethical, and operational implications of AI applications in agricultural practices. However, the specifics of these implications are not elaborated on in detail, making it necessary to scrutinize how this context fits within the broader category definitions. While AI's role within precision agriculture could affect social impact through efficiency, data governance through the data it manipulates, and system integrity via the operational frameworks it relies upon, the lack of detailed implications limits the relevance to robustness metrics specifically. Thus, it is of moderate relevance to social impact and data governance, while demonstrating a level of importance for system integrity as well as robustness due to its mention of standards and interconnectivity. Overall, the act promotes the efficient use of technology in a sector heavily reliant on data, suggesting moderate to high relevance across categories.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions (see reasoning)
This bill has direct relevance to the 'Government Agencies and Public Services' sector, as it pertains to government-led initiatives in precision agriculture involving AI technologies. It also has implications for 'Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment' as it relates to agricultural practices and technologies that can directly impact labor markets and business efficiency. Moreover, it fits into 'Academic and Research Institutions' since the development of standards and research is a critical focus to improve precision agriculture methodologies. However, it does not primarily address legislative concerns of the 'Judicial System', 'Healthcare', or directly relate to 'Nonprofits and NGOs,' making those categories less relevant. The broader application of AI in agricultural contexts indicates a need for multi-sectoral collaboration especially considering environmental and efficiency concerns.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) show keywords in context
Description: Modifies provisions relating to judicial proceedings
Collection: Legislation
Status date: April 15, 2024
Status: Engrossed
Primary sponsor: Rudy Veit
(sole sponsor)
Last action: SCS Reported Do Pass (S) (May 6, 2024)
The text primarily relates to modifications in judicial proceedings but does not explicitly address AI-related topics. There are no sections mentioning Artificial Intelligence, algorithms, automated decision-making, or related technologies. Thus, while legal reforms could indirectly affect AI's applications in judicial settings, such connections are speculative rather than explicit, leading to low relevance scores across all categories.
Sector: None (see reasoning)
The legislation does not mention AI usage in judicial processes. It primarily focuses on modifications to procedural guidelines in judicial settings without addressing how AI might be involved in those processes. Therefore, the relevance to the sectors evaluated is limited, resulting in low scores.
Keywords (occurrence): automated (1) show keywords in context
Description: An act to amend Sections 311, 311.2, 311.11, and 311.12 of the Penal Code, relating to crimes.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Sept. 29, 2024
Status: Passed
Primary sponsor: Marc Berman
(30 total sponsors)
Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 926, Statutes of 2024. (Sept. 29, 2024)
Societal Impact
System Integrity (see reasoning)
This text explicitly addresses the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the creation of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), expanding the existing laws to cover digitally altered or entirely AI-generated images. The legislation discusses the dangers posed by AI, particularly how AI can produce visuals indistinguishable from real photographs, which poses significant risks to children's safety. This falls under the Social Impact category as it highlights the societal harm caused by advancements in AI technology and the need for regulation to protect vulnerable populations. The aim is to protect children from exploitation, which corresponds directly to societal implications of AI use. It also aligns with aspects of System Integrity, given the legislation’s focus on maintaining safe digital environments and regulating harmful AI practices. However, as the primary focus aligns closely with societal implications regarding exploitation, Social Impact ranks the highest in relevance. Data Governance is slightly relevant, dealing with the management aspects of AI and the types of data being generated and distributed. Robustness may not apply here because it does not address performance benchmarks or compliance in AI systems.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)
The text primarily concerns the implications of AI-generated content relating to child exploitation. While the Judicial System might engage with cases arising from such legislation, the text does not primarily address the judicial process itself, rather it focuses on establishing laws against the production and distribution of inappropriate content. This legislation could touch on various sectors including Government Agencies and Public Services due to the involvement of law enforcement in regulating and prosecuting these crimes. Given the serious nature of the crimes discussed, the legislation could also moderately touch upon the Private Enterprises sector, as it implicates businesses that may be involved in producing or distributing such content. The text does not directly pertain to healthcare, academic institutions, or practices involving international cooperation, nonprofits, or emerging sectors. Thus, the focus remains on specific law enforcement and governance rather than sectors like healthcare or international standards.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (3) show keywords in context
Description: Urges Congress and President to enact "Do Not Disturb Act."
Collection: Legislation
Status date: May 10, 2024
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Annette Quijano
(sole sponsor)
Last action: Introduced, Referred to Assembly Consumer Affairs Committee (May 10, 2024)
Societal Impact (see reasoning)
The 'Do Not Disturb Act' aims to enhance consumer protection against spam and scam calls, particularly those utilizing AI technologies to carry out their fraudulent activities. This act is relevant to the 'Social Impact' category as it addresses potential harms caused by AI in the form of scams, focusing on the need for regulation to safeguard citizens including vulnerable groups like senior citizens. However, while it relates to AI misuse, it does not specifically intervene in broader societal impacts beyond consumer protection. In terms of 'Data Governance', while it does address certain protections on data transactions relating to these calls, it does not extensively delve into data management or protection measures that are central to this category. The act seeks to ensure the integrity and security of communication systems rather than focusing on AI system integrity itself, making 'System Integrity' and 'Robustness' less relevant. The bill does mention AI in the context of scams but predominantly focuses on consumer protections and regulations regarding unwanted calls; thus it falls short of the comprehensive approach required for 'Robustness'.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)
The text does not specifically address the use of AI within political campaigns, nor does it focus on governance or services by state or federal agencies in a significant manner. While it could touch on aspects of 'Government Agencies and Public Services' in relation to how the act impacts consumer rights and protections within communication frameworks, it is not expressly focused on public service delivery systems. The mention of scams could theoretically relate to the 'Judicial System' as it implies a need for legal action against these practices but lacks direct engagement with judicial processes. The bill is primarily concerning consumer protections, making it most relevant to the 'Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment' sector as it concerns telecommunications services. The 'Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified' sector could capture the nuances of AI and consumer rights in communications but does not monopolize the bill's focus.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) show keywords in context
Description: As enacted, specifies that for the purposes of sexual exploitation of children offenses, the term "material" includes computer-generated images created, adapted, or modified by artificial intelligence; defines "artificial intelligence." - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 40.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: May 13, 2024
Status: Passed
Primary sponsor: Mary Littleton
(3 total sponsors)
Last action: Effective date(s) 07/01/2024 (May 13, 2024)
Societal Impact (see reasoning)
The text discusses legislation that involves AI in the context of preventing sexual exploitation of children. It emphasizes the creation and modification of computer-generated images using AI, linking AI to potential harmful content. This directly impacts societal values, norms, and safety, reflecting strong relevance to the Social Impact category. It does not focus on data governance, system integrity, or robustness, as it does not discuss data management, system security, or performance benchmarks in the AI context. Thus, Social Impact is rated highly, while the other categories score low.
Sector: None (see reasoning)
The text primarily addresses the legal implications of AI in relation to child exploitation, emphasizing the role of AI in generating harmful content. This has a direct implication for laws concerning societal norms and values, but it does not specifically pertain to any of the defined sectors like politics, public service, healthcare, or others. Therefore, the score for the sectors remains low, as it does not directly address those areas, with the exception of implications for potential impacts on children in both the Public Service and Nonprofits sectors being slightly relevant due to its protective nature.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (5) automated (1) show keywords in context
Description: As enacted, requires the board of trustees of the University of Tennessee, the board of regents, each local governing board of trustees of a state university, each local board of education, and the governing body of each public charter school to adopt a policy regarding the use of artificial intelligence technology by students, faculty, and staff for instructional and assignment purposes. - Amends TCA Title 49.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: March 19, 2024
Status: Passed
Primary sponsor: Scott Cepicky
(4 total sponsors)
Last action: Comp. became Pub. Ch. 550 (March 19, 2024)
Societal Impact (see reasoning)
This legislation includes specific mandates regarding the use of artificial intelligence in educational settings, which has direct implications for social impact through its influence on teaching and learning. The act focuses on adopting policies pertaining to the use of AI technology by students, faculty, and staff. It addresses potential impacts on students' educational outcomes and social interactions, thereby linking to social equity and fairness, as well as accountability in education. It does not explicitly address aspects relevant to data governance, system integrity, or robustness as defined, such as security measures or compliance standards inherent in AI system operation. Hence, this bill closely aligns with the Social Impact category, while not meeting the criteria for the other categories.
Sector:
Academic and Research Institutions (see reasoning)
The legislation specifically pertains to academic institutions and their use of AI for instructional purposes. By mandating universities and public schools to adopt a policy on AI use among students and faculty, it directly impacts educational systems. This legislation does not cover other sectors like politics, healthcare, or private enterprises, which are not mentioned in the text. Its focus is primarily on the governance of AI in educational settings, making it highly relevant to the Academic and Research Institutions sector and not applicable to the others.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (8) automated (3) show keywords in context
Description: An act to amend, repeal, and add Section 12140 of, and to amend the heading of Chapter 3.7 (commencing with Section 12140) of Part 2 of Division 2 of, the Public Contract Code, relating to public contracts.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Aug. 30, 2024
Status: Enrolled
Primary sponsor: Monique Limon
(2 total sponsors)
Last action: Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 4 p.m. (Sept. 10, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)
This legislation is highly relevant to the Social Impact category because it explicitly addresses the implications of AI and automated systems on job functions, especially concerning workers employed in call centers related to public benefits. It emphasizes job security and the potential risks that AI can pose to employment, focusing on eliminating or automating core job functions, which directly relates to societal job impacts. Moreover, it mandates notifications and assessments regarding AI's use in a manner that protects workers' rights and calls for accountability from contractors, highlighting significant social considerations tied to AI. For the Data Governance category, the bill implies safeguards around data used in AI systems through mandated impact assessments and transparency requirements but does not explicitly provide detailed data governance measures, thus receiving a lower relevance score. The System Integrity category receives a relevance score as the legislation discusses mandates for contractor accountability and compliance, but it does not focus deeply on the overarching security or transparency of AI systems generally. For Robustness, it has moderate relevance due to the mention of assessment and reporting requirements but lacks more comprehensive frameworks for performance benchmarking or auditing of AI systems in detail.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)
The legislation closely aligns with the Government Agencies and Public Services sector since it addresses the use and regulations surrounding AI in the context of public benefit programs administered by state or local agencies. The explicit mention of call centers and the requirement for services to be performed by California workers under these agencies highlights the direct application of AI in public service delivery. While the legislation has potential implications for Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment due to the focus on labor rights and job functions potentially being automated, it primarily governs the actions of government agencies. Other sectors such as Healthcare, Politics and Elections, and Judicial System do not find direct relevance through the provided text, concluding that the main focus of this bill lies within government functions and public services.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (4) machine learning (1) automated (4) show keywords in context
Description: An act to add Chapter 41 (commencing with Section 22949.90) to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to artificial intelligence.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: May 22, 2024
Status: Engrossed
Primary sponsor: Buffy Wicks
(sole sponsor)
Last action: Read second time. Ordered to third reading. (Aug. 26, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)
The proposed California Provenance, Authenticity, and Watermarking Standards Act focuses heavily on the implications of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) technologies in society, especially regarding the authenticity and provenance of synthetic content. This directly relates to the Social Impact category, as it emphasizes the potential harms of GenAI, addressing issues such as misinformation, public trust, and transparency which affect societal norms and individual behaviors. The mandate for disclosure and labeling of synthetic content is a clear attempt to mitigate psychological and material harms related to this technology. In terms of Data Governance, the bill establishes stringent requirements for data management practices, including the creation of provenance data tied to AI-generated content and the obligation to report vulnerabilities. This aligns closely with the category’s focus on secure and accurate data collection. The bill also mentions the necessity for AI red-teaming exercises and public safety notifications, which indicate concerns about systemic integrity, placing it within the System Integrity domain. In regards to Robustness, the text discusses compliance and auditing mandates for generative AI providers, suggesting a framework for maintaining performance standards. Therefore, the act is relevant to all categories but especially so for Social Impact and Data Governance due to the emphasis on transparency, safety, and societal impacts of AI.
Sector:
Politics and Elections
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
International Cooperation and Standards (see reasoning)
This legislation has significant implications across multiple sectors. In the context of Politics and Elections, the mention of GenAI's potential to skew election results highlights direct relevance, especially regarding transparency and voter trust. For Government Agencies and Public Services, the bill mandates compliance from state departments concerning the watermarking of AI-generated content, showcasing its applicability in governance. It touches upon the Judicial System in terms of potential legal ramifications from misuse of synthetic content, although this is less direct. In the Healthcare sector, while it doesn't explicitly address AI applications, principles of authenticity and provenance can apply to medical data and tools, but it is not primary enough for significant relevance. The Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment sector is relevant because companies using generative AI will need to comply with the new regulations. However, Academic and Research Institutions may only find slight relevance due to a lack of explicit connection to academic research. Lastly, there is broad relevance in terms of International Cooperation and Standards, particularly regarding how California's regulations may influence or need to align with global standards for technology and AI. Overall, key sectors impacted most prominently are Politics and Elections, Government Agencies and Public Services, and Private Enterprises.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (5) show keywords in context
Description: A bill to amend the Food, Agriculture, Conservation, and Trade Act of 1990 to establish research and extension grant priorities, and for other purposes.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: July 13, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Marco Rubio
(4 total sponsors)
Last action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. (July 13, 2023)
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)
This bill explicitly mentions 'artificial intelligence' in the context of developing agricultural applications, which directly ties into societal impacts as AI is being leveraged to improve specialty crop production. It raises implications regarding the effects of AI advancements on agricultural practices and potentially on food security. Additionally, it suggests research funding for AI, which may indirectly relate to data governance in terms of how data will be managed within those AI systems. However, the majority of this bill appears focused on agricultural technology developments rather than broader social impacts or transparency/robustness regulations regarding AI systems. Therefore, its relevance to system integrity and robustness is limited.
Sector: None (see reasoning)
The bill primarily addresses the integration of artificial intelligence into agricultural research, which suggests significant applications in the agriculture sector. It outlines the establishment of grant priorities to promote the utilization of AI in agriculture, indicating that the legislation is clearly relevant to the 'Agriculture' sector. It does not mention aspects related to government operations, healthcare, politics, or employment directly associated with the use of AI, hence, scores for those sectors are low. Although it emphasizes grant funding for land-grant colleges, it does not fully fit within academic and research institutions since the focus is more on the applications rather than research governance.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (2) show keywords in context
Description: Enacts the legislative oversight of automated decision-making in government act (LOADinG Act) to regulate the use of automated decision-making systems and artificial intelligence techniques by state agencies.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: March 14, 2024
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Steven Otis
(7 total sponsors)
Last action: substituted by s7543b (June 6, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)
The text explicitly addresses the use of automated decision-making systems and artificial intelligence by state agencies. It emphasizes the necessity for human oversight, rigorous impact assessments, accountability, and the protection of rights related to automated decisions. Given its focus on societal implications (bias, civil liberties, public assistance), it strongly aligns with the Social Impact category. Additionally, the emphasis on defining data handling, conducting assessments, and addressing cybersecurity risks suggests a significant relationship to Data Governance. System Integrity is relevant due to the laws surrounding human oversight and control of AI systems, while Robustness addresses compliance with benchmarks and standards in the assessment of such systems, confirming its validity. Each of these categories plays a crucial role in ensuring the responsible use of AI and automated systems in government.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)
The text predominantly concerns the regulation of AI and automated decision-making in the context of government agencies. It sets out strict requirements for state agencies regarding how they employ AI in public services, making Government Agencies and Public Services the most relevant sector. Although the legislation could intersect with several other sectors, such as Public Enterprises regarding employment due to its implications on labor, the strong focus on state government decision-making places it primarily in this sector. There is less direct relevance to other sectors like Healthcare or Education, limiting their scores.
Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (2) machine learning (1) automated (43) show keywords in context
Description: Establishes certain requirements for social media websites concerning content moderation practices; establishes cause of action against social media websites for violation of content moderation practices.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 9, 2024
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Michael Testa
(sole sponsor)
Last action: Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee (Jan. 9, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)
The text outlines legislation dealing with social media websites and their content moderation practices, primarily focusing on algorithms used for post prioritization and user banning, which directly relates to AI and algorithmic decision-making. Thus, it has significant implications for social impact as it pertains to accountability of social media platforms and their censorship practices, impacting users, public discourse, and potentially fairness in political communication. Data governance is also highly relevant due to the required transparency in algorithm usage and how user data is handled in content moderation decisions, while system integrity is moderately relevant as it touches upon security measures in algorithmic practices. Robustness is less pertinent as it does not directly address AI performance benchmarks or certification processes.
Sector:
Politics and Elections
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system (see reasoning)
The legislation has strong implications for multiple sectors, particularly politics and elections, as it directly addresses content moderation related to election candidates and their rights. Government agencies come into play too, as the bill empowers the New Jersey Attorney General to enforce these regulations, which relates to public service delivery. There is a moderate relevance for the judicial system due to the allowance for private causes of action against social media platforms, but it does not directly address legal processes. Other sectors like healthcare, private enterprises, academic institutions, nonprofits, or international cooperation are not clearly involved based on the text provided.
Keywords (occurrence): algorithm (4) show keywords in context
Description: Requires advertisements to disclose the use of a synthetic performer; imposes a $1,000 civil penalty for a first violation and a $5,000 penalty for any subsequent violation.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 4, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Linda Rosenthal
(9 total sponsors)
Last action: reported referred to rules (June 6, 2024)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)
The text explicitly includes various terms related to artificial intelligence such as 'generative artificial intelligence', 'machine learning', 'algorithms', and 'synthetic performer'. It addresses the regulation of synthetic performers in advertisements and mandates clear disclosure when such performers are used, highlighting concerns about transparency, accountability, and the impact of AI on consumer perceptions. Therefore, it is highly relevant to the Social Impact category, as it directly affects how consumers interact with AI technologies in advertisements. In terms of Data Governance, the legislation implies a focus on accurate representation in advertisements, connecting it to the broader theme of managing data in relation to AI and its impacts. System Integrity is somewhat relevant as the act focuses on the integrity of the information presented to consumers. Robustness, while relevant to the overall discussion of AI systems, is not specifically addressed in a manner strictly focused on benchmarks or performance standards related to AI. As a result, Social Impact, Data Governance, and System Integrity categories are strongly associated with this text, while Robustness remains less critical.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)
The text discusses the use of AI in the context of advertisements, where synthetic performers (created using AI technologies) are involved. The legislative focus is particularly relevant to the sector of Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment because it addresses the commercial use and implications of AI in marketing. It indirectly relates to Government Agencies and Public Services as regulatory bodies will be involved in enforcement, but not as strongly as in the private sector context. Other sectors like Healthcare, Judicial System, Academic and Research Institutions, Politics and Elections, Nonprofits and NGOs, and International Cooperation do not have significant relevance. Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified could apply given the novel use of AI technologies in synthetic performances, but the main focus remains on commercial and employment relevance.
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Description: To ensure that large online platforms are addressing the needs of non-English users.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: June 5, 2023
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Tony Cardenas
(8 total sponsors)
Last action: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology. (June 9, 2023)
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)
The LISTOS Act addresses the needs of non-English users in online platforms and explicitly mentions the use of automated processes for content moderation and detection. This involves understanding and managing the efficacy of algorithmic tools used across different languages, which implies a direct relevance to AI systems and their social implications. The bill articulates concerns about equity in content moderation and its societal impact, which speaks to potential biases in AI systems. Overall, this text is substantially connected to discussions about the social impact of AI, the governance of data used in these processes, and the integrity of systems involved. Each category will need further reasoned evaluation to assess their relevance based on the text's focus on AI-related functionalities and outcomes.
Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
International Cooperation and Standards (see reasoning)
The LISTOS Act has clear implications for the sectors of Government Agencies and Public Services, as it governs the operations of online platforms that may include services provided by government agencies. The bill also indirectly aligns with International Cooperation and Standards due to its focus on multilingual platforms and moderation practices. However, it does not specifically tackle topics relevant to Political and Elections, Judicial System, Healthcare, Private Enterprises, Labor and Employment, and Academic and Research Institutions, making those sectors less relevant. The private sector's involvement is directly influenced, but regulation in broader contexts such as AI development and application standardization is not the primary focus here. Thus, some sectors will receive lower scores for relevance.
Keywords (occurrence): automated (9) show keywords in context
Description: An act to amend Sections 2550, 13004, 13004.5, 15209, 17301, 17302, 17305, 17306, 18564, 19201, 19205, and 19281 of, to add Section 327.5 to, and to add Chapter 7 (commencing with Section 17600) to Division 17 of, the Elections Code, relating to elections, and declaring the urgency thereof, to take effect immediately.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: May 22, 2024
Status: Engrossed
Primary sponsor: Steven Bradford
(2 total sponsors)
Last action: August 7 set for first hearing. Placed on suspense file. (Aug. 7, 2024)
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)
The text explicitly discusses legislation related to the certification and approval of various electronic voting technologies, including electronic poll books and ballot systems. It highlights aspects like enhanced security measures and mandates for data retention that are pertinent to the integrity of the electoral process. It also vaguely references algorithmic technology like cryptographic HASH values, linking to concerns about algorithmic integrity and the transparency of voting systems. The focus on procedures to prevent unauthorized access to voting technology connects to aspects of Data Governance and System Integrity in terms of securing AI methodologies used in election processing. However, the text does not delve deeply into social implications or large-scale performance benchmarks related to AI, indicating lower relevance to Social Impact and Robustness compared to the other categories. Overall, the legislation is very relevant to Data Governance due to its focus on managing electronic voting data securely and ensuring compliance with established standards.
Sector:
Politics and Elections
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)
The legislation is highly relevant to the Politics and Elections sector, as it directly addresses the regulation and oversight of electronic voting technologies. It outlines specific measures that affect how elections are conducted, particularly in ensuring the integrity and security of voting systems. The emphasis on data retention and security protocols signifies a proactive approach to managing the technological aspects of elections. This makes it less relevant to sectors such as Healthcare or Government Agencies as its core focus remains strictly within electoral processes. It has minor implications for other sectors but mainly resonates with the Politics and Elections due to its specifics concerning voting processes and electronic technology in elections.
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