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Description: A BILL for an Act to create and enact a new section to chapter 15-11 and a new chapter to title 54 of the North Dakota Century Code, relating to the state information technology research center, advanced technology review committee, compute credits grant program, and advanced technology grant fund; to provide for a transfer; and to provide an appropriation.
Summary: The bill establishes a state information technology research center and an advanced technology review committee in North Dakota, creating grant programs to support research and development in advanced technologies. It allocates funds and promotes collaboration across various sectors to enhance data science and technology within the state.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 13, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Josh Christy (10 total sponsors)
Last action: Rereferred to Appropriations (Feb. 3, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The text relates to the establishment of a state information technology research center focusing on advancements in various advanced technologies, including AI and machine learning. The development of a compute credits grant program also highlights the focus on funding initiatives that support advanced technology solutions, which explicitly includes AI applications. The legislation does not directly tackle issues like bias, accountability, or other societal impacts (that would fit under Social Impact), nor does it focus on data governance or the security of AI systems. However, it deals broadly with advancing the capabilities and oversight of new technologies, linking to the economic development aspects concerning AI integration and innovation within state services, thus having relevance across various categories.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions (see reasoning)

This bill predominantly addresses the function of state institutions in enhancing research, development, and application of advanced technologies, particularly within the context of the state’s information technology operations. It does not delve directly into political campaign uses of AI or specific legal implications in the judicial system. However, it engages government agencies and public services through the referencing of state research centers, making it relevant to that sector. There is a moderate aspect of private sector engagement through grant provisions and considerations for startups, giving it slight relevance in that area as well.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) machine learning (3) show keywords in context

Description: Requires employers and employment agencies to notify candidates for employment if machine learning technology is used to make hiring decisions prior to the use of such technology.
Summary: This bill mandates employers and employment agencies in New York to inform job candidates when machine learning tools are used in hiring, detailing the tools and data utilized, ensuring transparency and candidate rights.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 14, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Linda Rosenthal (6 total sponsors)
Last action: referred to labor (Jan. 14, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)

This text focuses on regulations surrounding the use of automated decision-making in employment, particularly through machine learning technologies which may lead to concerns about fairness, transparency, and accountability in hiring processes. This is highly relevant to the Social Impact category, as it addresses potential biases and discrimination faced by candidates, as well as the transparency required from employers. In terms of Data Governance, the act emphasizes the proper collection and use of data related to candidates, further bolstering its relevance. System Integrity is somewhat relevant due to the implications of oversight and accountability for AI decision-making tools, but it is less direct than the other two categories. Robustness is not particularly relevant, as this text does not address performance benchmarks for AI systems, instead focusing on the procedural aspects of their use in hiring. Overall, the strong presence of AI-related language and the direct impacts of AI on individuals in hiring practices make Social Impact and Data Governance the most relevant categories.


Sector:
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)

This legislation specifically addresses the use of AI in the context of employment and hiring processes, indicating a clear relevance to the Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment sector. It ensures that employers notify candidates of AI use, thereby promoting ethical standards in hiring practices. The implications could extend to Government Agencies and Public Services as they may also employ similar technologies or regulations, but the primary focus is on private sector employment practices. Other sectors like Healthcare or Judicial System are not applicable here as the text does not relate to those areas directly.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) machine learning (1) automated (9) show keywords in context

Description: Creates the Illinois Autonomous Vehicle Testing Program Act. Provides that the Department of Transportation shall lead the Illinois Autonomous Vehicle Testing Program to promote the development, testing, and deployment of CAV technologies and related infrastructure and data needs with the State. Requires the Department to create a registration system with the State for entities wishing to conduct safe pilots or tests of CAVs. Provides that a participating entity in the Program shall maintain ...
Summary: The bill establishes the Illinois Autonomous Vehicle Testing Program, led by the Department of Transportation, to facilitate the safe testing, development, and deployment of connected and automated vehicle (CAV) technologies.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 6, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Curtis Tarver (sole sponsor)
Last action: Referred to Rules Committee (Feb. 6, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

This text explicitly outlines a legislative proposal for the creation of an autonomous vehicle testing program, highlighting aspects of AI through the mention of automated and connected vehicles, which are core components of AI technologies in transportation. The focus on safety requirements, data management, technology deployment, and collaboration with various stakeholders indicates relevance across all four categories. Specifically, advancements in automated decision-making for vehicle functionality and road safety inherently impact social norms, governance of data, ensuring the integrity of AI systems, and benchmarking the robustness of AI applications in real-world settings.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

This legislation primarily pertains to the transportation sector, specifically addressing the testing and deployment of connected and automated vehicles (CAVs). The discussions surrounding the roles of government agencies, safety measures, and the implications for infrastructure all indicate a direct relevance to the 'Government Agencies and Public Services' and the broader spectrum of activity within the 'Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified' sectors. However, the legislation has minimal direct relevance to sectors such as 'Healthcare' or 'Judicial System'. Other sectors such as 'Political and Elections' may not directly apply either as the text does not discuss AI's impacts on electoral processes explicitly.


Keywords (occurrence): automated (3) autonomous vehicle (4) show keywords in context

Description: An Act amending the act of December 17, 1968 (P.L.1224, No.387), known as the Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, further providing for definitions.
Summary: This bill amends Pennsylvania's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law to require clear disclosure when artificial intelligence-generated content is created or published, ensuring consumer awareness.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 14, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Christopher Pielli (32 total sponsors)
Last action: Referred to COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY (Jan. 14, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)

The text directly discusses the implications of using artificial intelligence, particularly in the context of consumer protection and the need for clear disclosures when AI-generated content is involved. It emphasizes the importance of informing consumers about AI-generated content, addressing potential deceptive practices that could arise from AI usage. This makes it highly relevant to the Social Impact category because it aims to protect individuals from potentially misleading AI-generated materials and addresses accountability for the outputs produced by AI systems. The Data Governance category is also relevant as it implicitly discusses the need for managing how consumer data and AI-generated content are handled. System Integrity and Robustness are less relevant because the text does not focus on security, transparency, or performance benchmarks in AI systems.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

The legislation addresses the implications of AI in consumer protection, establishing guidelines for how AI-generated content must be disclosed to consumers. This relevance ties slightly to Government Agencies and Public Services, given that it modulates how consumer rights intersect with AI. However, it does not directly concern government operations or public service efficiency. It does not explicitly relate to the other sectors such as Politics and Elections, Judicial, Healthcare, Private Enterprises, Labor, Academic, International Standards, or Nonprofits, as AI's role in those contexts is not discussed.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (3) show keywords in context

Description: Amend KRS 42.722 to define terms relating to artificial intelligence; amend KRS 42.726 to require the Commonwealth Office of Technology to establish and implement policy standards for the use of artificial intelligence; create a new section of KRS 42.720 to 42.742 to create the Artificial Intelligence Governance Committee; task the committee with the establishment of responsible, ethical, and transparent procedures for the allowable use, development, and approval of artificial intelligence fo...
Summary: The bill establishes regulations for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in Kentucky, focusing on data protection, ethical standards, and transparency, while implementing an AI Governance Committee to oversee compliance and security.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 18, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Amanda Mays Bledsoe (2 total sponsors)
Last action: 3rd reading, passed 30-3 (Feb. 28, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The text outlines legislation specifically focused on establishing definitions, standards, and governance for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems, particularly high-risk and generative AI systems. It emphasizes the ethical implementation and transparency of AI technologies while ensuring data privacy and security. Therefore, it holds significant relevance across the categories: 'Social Impact' due to its implications on ensuring ethical and responsible AI usage by government bodies; 'Data Governance' for its elements outlining data security, privacy, and management relating to AI systems; and 'System Integrity' by addressing human oversight and procedural transparency in AI processes. The focus on developing benchmarks for AI governance suggests moderate to high relevance under the 'Robustness' category also. Therefore, all categories are notably relevant and merit high scores.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)

This legislation directly addresses the application of artificial intelligence within state agencies and their governance processes, establishing oversight and standards for AI system deployment. As such, it is extremely relevant to 'Government Agencies and Public Services', ensuring that AI systems utilized by state functions are managed responsibly. Additionally, elements of the legislation touch upon the market implications on fair competition and practices within public entities, which relate to 'Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment'. Moreover, the potential impact on the privacy and operational data handling suggests relevance to 'Judicial System' as it may intersect with legal frameworks governing data use and protections. Consequently, the primary emphasis remains on government application, reflecting high scores for those sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (65) machine learning (4) neural network (1) synthetic media (4) foundation model (1) algorithm (1) show keywords in context

Description: Relates to the disclosure of automated employment decision-making tools; requires the office of information technology services to maintain an artificial intelligence inventory; provides that the use of artificial intelligence systems shall not affect the existing rights of employees pursuant to an existing collective bargaining agreement, or the existing representational relationships among employee organizations or the bargaining relationships between the employer and an employee organization.
Summary: The bill requires New York state agencies to disclose and maintain an inventory of automated employment decision-making tools, ensuring these tools do not infringe on employee rights or collective bargaining agreements.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 14, 2025
Status: Passed
Primary sponsor: Kristen Gonzalez (sole sponsor)
Last action: SIGNED CHAP.96 (Feb. 14, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)

The text discusses the regulation of automated employment decision-making tools and explicitly mentions 'artificial intelligence' throughout, categorizing it as a tool that automates various employment-related tasks (e.g., hiring, promotions). This text is very relevant to the Social Impact category, as it addresses employee rights, accountability for automated decisions, and implications for collective bargaining. The data governance aspect is also relevant as it discusses maintaining an AI inventory which inherently involves managing data associated with these systems. System Integrity is partly relevant, especially regarding mandates for oversight of automated systems. Robustness is less relevant here, as the focus is on employment-specific AI applications rather than performance benchmarks. Consequently, the scores reflect these insights.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment (see reasoning)

The text is significantly centered on the implications of AI in the context of employment within state agencies, which makes it relevant to the Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment sector as it details how AI integration can affect employee rights and bargaining agreements. The Government Agencies and Public Services sector is also quite relevant as it pertains to the use of automated decision-making systems by state agencies. The text does not directly address Politics and Elections, the Judicial System, Healthcare, Academic and Research Institutions, International Cooperation and Standards, Nonprofits and NGOs, or Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified sectors. Therefore, the scores reflect the strong associations with employment matters and governmental functions.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (11) machine learning (2) automated (30) large language model (1) show keywords in context

Description: Relative to the health insurance prior authorization process. Financial Services.
Summary: The bill aims to enhance the health insurance prior authorization process in Massachusetts by mandating carriers to publicly list prior authorization requirements and improve data transparency and efficiency in approvals.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 27, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Marjorie Decker (6 total sponsors)
Last action: Senate concurred (Feb. 27, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The text discusses legislative amendments concerning the health insurance prior authorization process, particularly highlighting the role of artificial intelligence in utilization review. Given this focus, the legislation is highly relevant to all four categories. The presence of AI technology itself suggests a significant social impact, especially regarding how these systems can influence decision-making and patient care. There is a clear tie to data governance as the legislation outlines requirements for data accuracy, privacy, and compliance when AI is utilized. Additionally, the emphasis on compliance with standards and ensuring that AI tools do not replace human judgement ties into system integrity. Finally, the mention of setting benchmarks for the AI's performance and ensuring adherence to regulations suggests a commitment to robustness. Thus, the relevance scores across all categories are likely to be high due to the comprehensive nature of AI use outlined in the text.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Healthcare
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

Given that the legislation specifically pertains to health insurance and the integration of AI within this sector, it directly addresses the regulation and use of AI in healthcare settings. The provisions related to prior authorization and the role AI plays in utilization review highlight its relevance to the healthcare sector. The fact that it discusses monitoring and reporting mechanisms further affirms its connection to governance in healthcare. Thus, this sector receives a high score due to its explicit linkage to health services provided by AI applications.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (15) automated (3) algorithm (17) show keywords in context

Description: A bill to amend the National Quantum Initiative Act to provide for a research, development, and demonstration program, and for other purposes.
Summary: The Department of Energy Quantum Leadership Act of 2025 aims to enhance quantum research, technology, and workforce development by modifying existing initiatives, promoting commercialization, and improving supply chains in quantum science.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 13, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Richard Durbin (6 total sponsors)
Last action: Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S974-977) (Feb. 13, 2025)

Category:
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The text discusses a bill aimed at amending the National Quantum Initiative Act to establish a research and development program focused on quantum information science, including AI technologies. AI is explicitly mentioned in the context of high-performance computing and hybrid computing modalities, which relate to advancements in AI applications. Therefore, the legislation may indirectly address implications of AI through its integration with quantum technologies, indicating that some aspects of AI are considered within this framework, although it's not the primary focus of the bill.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

The text discusses the development and application of quantum information science within the context of high-performance computing, which can influence various sectors, especially those reliant on advanced computing technologies. However, the discussion on AI is less about its application in specific sectors and more about the foundational technology development. Hence, its relevance to specific sectors like Healthcare or Private Enterprises is lower, but its construction around AI benchmarks and certifications presents a stronger connection to the technology sector. Overall, the bill does not fit perfectly in any one sector, but hints at implications for computing and technology advancement.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) algorithm (1) show keywords in context

Description: As introduced, imposes requirements for health insurance issuers using artificial intelligence, algorithms, or other software for utilization review or utilization management functions. - Amends TCA Title 8, Chapter 27; Title 56 and Title 71.
Summary: The bill amends Tennessee law to regulate the use of artificial intelligence in health insurance utilization review, ensuring patient data protection, compliance with medical guidelines, and preventing discrimination.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 6, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Torrey Harris (sole sponsor)
Last action: Assigned to s/c Insurance Subcommittee (Feb. 12, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The text explicitly addresses the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and algorithms within health insurance, particularly focusing on utilization review and management functions. It outlines requirements for AI systems, ensuring they are not discriminatory, maintain human decision-making oversight, and adhere to legal standards. This directly relates to social impact, as it holds health insurance issuers accountable for the equitable application of AI, thereby protecting individuals from potential harm. Data governance is also significant here, as the legislation mandates secure handling of data for AI systems to ensure accuracy and fairness. System integrity is relevant since the text emphasizes the transparency and oversight of AI decision-making, while robustness is indicated through requirements for performance reviews and compliance with benchmarks. Overall, all categories are interconnected as they contribute to the safe and ethical integration of AI within healthcare, but Social Impact and Data Governance appear particularly relevant due to their emphasis on the implications for individuals and data management processes.


Sector:
Healthcare (see reasoning)

The legislation is highly relevant to the healthcare sector, as it specifically governs the use of AI in health insurance and utilization management. It establishes clear guidelines for how health insurance issuers must operate when utilizing AI tools, ensuring compliance with legal standards while protecting consumer interests. The focus on algorithms and AI behavior in healthcare practices demonstrates a direct relationship to healthcare operations, indicating a high level of scrutiny and structuring of AI technologies within this field. Other sectors, such as Judicial System or Private Enterprises, are not as applicable because the text primarily focuses on healthcare legislative measures rather than general AI usage across different sectors. Hence, the healthcare sector receives a maximum relevance score.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (9) automated (1) algorithm (8) show keywords in context

Description: An act to amend Section 38750 of the Vehicle Code, relating to autonomous vehicles.
Summary: Senate Bill 480 amends California's Vehicle Code to authorize autonomous vehicles equipped with automated driving system marker lamps for public road use, ensuring safer operation and compliance with regulatory standards.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 19, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Bob Archuleta (sole sponsor)
Last action: From printer. May be acted upon on or after March 22. (Feb. 20, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
System Integrity (see reasoning)

The text primarily discusses the regulation and operation of autonomous vehicles, detailing specific conditions and definitions related to autonomous technology. The presence of terms such as 'autonomous vehicle,' 'automated driving system (ADS),' and 'autonomous technology' makes it evident that the legislation has considerable implications for AI systems, especially regarding their safe operation on public roads. Therefore, it significantly intersects with the category of Social Impact, as it deals with safety regulations and potential effects on individuals and society due to the integration of AI-driven technology in transportation. It also affects System Integrity by highlighting requirements for safety oversight and regulatory compliance in autonomous vehicle operation. Data Governance is less applicable here as it does not focus primarily on data handling or management but rather on the operational conditions and requirements for vehicles. Robustness is also less relevant as the text does not delve into performance benchmarks for AI but rather into the functional specifications of autonomous vehicles.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

The legislation primarily falls under the Government Agencies and Public Services sector because it involves state-level regulations from the Department of Motor Vehicles concerning the operation of autonomous vehicles. It directly impacts how government agencies will manage the introduction of autonomous technology on public roads and the oversight of vehicle safety regulations. Although there are elements relevant to the Healthcare sector, such as potential implications for emergency services, it's not the main focus of this legislation. Other sectors like Politics and Elections, Judicial System, and International Cooperation do not have a direct relevance to the content of this bill as it does not address voting or legal frameworks, nor does it involve multinational regulations.


Keywords (occurrence): automated (4) autonomous vehicle (29) show keywords in context

Description: To require covered platforms to remove nonconsensual intimate visual depictions, and for other purposes.
Summary: The TAKE IT DOWN Act requires platforms to remove nonconsensual intimate visual depictions and sets penalties for intentional publication of such content, aiming to combat digital exploitation.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 22, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Maria Salazar (10 total sponsors)
Last action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Jan. 22, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)

The text centers around the regulation of nonconsensual intimate visual depictions, particularly those that involve digital forgery or deepfakes created through AI technologies. This clearly ties into the Social Impact category as it addresses psychological and reputational harm caused by nonconsensual uses of AI-generated imagery. Furthermore, it encompasses accountability of technologies that could lead to exploitation, aligning with existing issues around fairness and bias. There are also elements that touch upon data governance, particularly in how identity and consent are managed and safeguarded within AI systems. However, the primary focus remains on individual and societal implications. System Integrity and Robustness categories are less relevant here, as the text does not lay out specific safeguards, compliance measures, or performance benchmarks for AI itself, rather it focuses on the ramifications of negative societal impacts stemming from misuse of such technologies.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system (see reasoning)

The legislation's focus on the regulation of digital forgeries created by AI expands into the political discourse surrounding technology's role in public safety and individual rights, thus moderately connecting to Politics and Elections. It has strong relevance to the category of Government Agencies and Public Services, considering that government oversight and enforcement via the Federal Trade Commission is elaborated in the enactment and enforcement sections, indicating a direct impact on public service mechanics. The regulation doesn’t specifically address the Judicial System but aligns with broader legal implications. The healthcare sector, Academic and Research Institutions, International Cooperation and Standards, Nonprofits and NGOs, and the Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified categories do not relate closely to the text, rendering them significantly less relevant. Overall, it prominently intersects with social, governmental, and legal frameworks.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) machine learning (1) show keywords in context

Description: INSURANCE -- THE TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY IN ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE USE BY HEALTH INSURERS TO MANAGE COVERAGE AND CLAIMS ACT - Would promote transparency and accountability in the use of artificial intelligence by health insurers to manage coverage and claims.
Summary: The bill establishes regulations for health insurers' use of artificial intelligence (AI) in coverage and claims management, promoting transparency and accountability while ensuring compliance with anti-discrimination and privacy laws.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 24, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Susan Donovan (10 total sponsors)
Last action: Introduced, referred to House Health & Human Services (Jan. 24, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity (see reasoning)

The text discusses legislation aimed at promoting transparency and accountability in the use of AI by health insurers, particularly in managing coverage and claims. This directly relates to several aspects of Social Impact as it considers anti-discrimination measures, consumer rights, and the potential harm that automated decision-making could impose on individuals. Data Governance is similarly relevant because it addresses the collection and use of data in AI systems, ensuring they comply with privacy and anti-discrimination laws. System Integrity is relevant as the legislation mandates accountability measures for the use of AI, ensuring decisions are not made exclusively by algorithms without human oversight. Robustness is less directly relevant since the focus here is not primarily on performance benchmarks but rather accountability and transparency in AI usage. Overall, the text heavily addresses the implications of AI on societal standards, data practices, and accountability mechanisms, making Social Impact, Data Governance, and System Integrity especially pertinent while Robustness holds less relevance.


Sector:
Healthcare (see reasoning)

This legislation is specifically targeted at the healthcare sector, addressing the application of AI by health insurers in managing coverage and claims. Therefore, it directly relates to the Healthcare sector by regulating the use of AI in making healthcare-related decisions, ensuring that patients' rights and privacy are upheld. Given that it discusses the roles of health insurers and healthcare providers, including measures for transparency and accountability in these interactions, it has high relevance to this sector. Other sectors such as Politics and Elections, or Government Agencies and Public Services, while potentially tangentially related due to the governance component, do not fit as directly due to the specific focus on healthcareAI applications.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (6) automated (1) show keywords in context

Description: Enacts into law major components of legislation necessary to implement the state public protection and general government budget for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; extends provisions of law relating to criminal justice including the psychological testing of candidates, expanding the geographic area of employment of certain police officers, prisoner furloughs in certain cases and the crime of absconding therefrom, correctional facilities, inmate work release, furlough and leave, certain prov...
Summary: The bill implements key components for New York's 2025-2026 state budget, extending various laws related to criminal justice, public protection, and fiscal administration, while enhancing support for crime victims and service provisions.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 22, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Budget (sole sponsor)
Last action: PRINT NUMBER 3005B (March 10, 2025)

Category: None (see reasoning)

This text primarily outlines various legislative amendments and provisions related to public protection, criminal justice, and budgeting for the state of New York. There is only one notable mention of AI-related legislation, specifically regarding the establishment of the position of chief artificial intelligence officer and associated duties, which implies a governmental role in overseeing AI matters. However, this mention is coupled with other more generic administrative functions, leading to a limited overall impact in terms of social accountability, data governance, system integrity, and robustness. Thus, while there is AI relevance, it's quite minimal across the specified categories.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

The text mentions legislation concerning the establishment of a chief artificial intelligence officer, which aligns with the governmental sector interested in the use and oversight of AI. However, the other content mainly pertains to broader legislative issues rather than directly focusing on AI's specific applications in government systems, the judicial system, or healthcare. Therefore, while relevant, it doesn't strongly impact the categorization across the specified sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (39) machine learning (1) automated (12) show keywords in context

Description: Enacts into law major components of legislation necessary to implement the state transportation, economic development and environmental conservation budget for the 2025-2026 state fiscal year; relates to the Waterfront Commission Act (Part A); provides for mass transportation payments to the Central New York Regional Transportation District; adds Cortland county to such district (Part B); relates to the pre-licensing course internet program; extends the authorization of such program (Part C);...
Summary: This bill enacts key components of New York's 2025-2026 transportation, economic development, and environmental conservation budget, addressing mass transportation, vehicle laws, and environmental protection measures.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 22, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Budget (sole sponsor)
Last action: PRINT NUMBER 3008B (March 10, 2025)

Category: None (see reasoning)

The text primarily focuses on amendments to various laws for logistical and operational improvements, particularly in the context of transportation and environmental conservation. The mention of 'artificial intelligence companion models' (Part U) and 'algorithmically set prices' (Part X) could have implications related to fair pricing and the use of AI in applications concerning consumer welfare. However, since these pieces directly relate to operational laws rather than overarching AI impact assessments or governance, their relevance is limited. Therefore, the relevance of categories such as Social Impact, Data Governance, System Integrity, and Robustness is minimal, as they do not significantly address the broader implications of AI on society, data management, or system security in this specific text.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

The sectors that this text touches on most are 'Government Agencies and Public Services' due to the significant funding provisions for transportation and amendments applicable to state operations. There is a very slight mention of AI without specifying substantial applications in other sectors like Healthcare, Private Enterprises, or Academic Institutions. Consequently, while there are references to AI, the overall focus remains firmly within the realm of public services with implications for transportation budgets, maintenance, and management. Other sectors, like Politics and Elections or the Judicial System, do not feature prominently or at all in this context. Therefore, the scores for the sectors will reflect this limited and targeted focus.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (9) automated (3) algorithm (3) show keywords in context

Description: An act relating to restricting electronic monitoring of employees and the use of employment-related automated decision systems
Summary: The bill proposes to limit electronic monitoring of employees and the use of automated decision systems in employment practices, ensuring transparency, privacy, and compliance with labor laws.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 19, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Monique Priestley (9 total sponsors)
Last action: Read first time and referred to the Committee on General and Housing (Feb. 19, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

This legislation directly addresses the use and implications of automated decision systems and electronic monitoring in employment contexts, making it highly relevant to the categories concerning Social Impact and System Integrity. The focus on automated decision systems specifically highlights potential societal implications, implications for fairness and bias, and the protection of employees within automated workplace environments. Additionally, the requirement for impact assessments and notice requirements relates closely to data governance and system integrity principles, ensuring transparency and accountability for AI usage in employment settings. The bill seeks to establish safeguards that protect employee rights and privacy in regards to automated systems, specifically addressing concerns around accountability, the handling of sensitive data, and fairness in decision-making processes.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified (see reasoning)

This text is particularly relevant to several sectors due to its implications for labor practices and employee rights in the context of AI technologies. It explicitly deals with the regulation of automated decision systems in employment contexts, setting standards for transparency and fairness in decision-making. This affects the Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment sector significantly, as well as the Government Agencies and Public Services sector because it sets a precedent for government regulations that may influence various public and private organizations. Additionally, implications may extend to the Judicial System as cases may arise challenging the legality of the use of automated decision aids in hiring or employment evaluations. While its direct relevance to sectors like Healthcare and Academic Institutions is less clear, the principles discussed could be applicable in contexts where AI-driven decisions also exist.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) automated (42) algorithm (2) show keywords in context

Description: As introduced, defines "human being," "life," and "natural person" for statutory construction purposes; excludes from the definition of "person," "life," and "natural person" artificial intelligence, a computer algorithm, a software program, computer hardware, or any type of machine. - Amends TCA Title 1.
Summary: The bill amends Tennessee law to clarify definitions of "person," "human being," and "life," explicitly excluding artificial intelligence and machines from these definitions, while recognizing unborn humans.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 4, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Michele Reneau (sole sponsor)
Last action: Assigned to s/c Civil Justice Subcommittee (Feb. 10, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact (see reasoning)

This bill explicitly addresses the definition of 'person' and related terms, specifically excluding artificial intelligence and other machine-related entities. As such, its relevance to the Social Impact category is moderate, as it pertains to how AI is perceived in relation to personhood and legal status, which shapes the societal implications of AI's existence and usage. It is less relevant to Data Governance, System Integrity, and Robustness, as the legislation primarily focuses on definitions and exclusions rather than on governance, integrity, or performance benchmarks of AI systems.


Sector: None (see reasoning)

The bill directly addresses the legal definitions concerning AI, thus impacting the understanding of AI in a legislative context. However, it does not delve into specific areas such as politics, government operations, or healthcare, so its relevance to these sectors is minimal. It does not focus on employment implications or international standards either. Therefore, the legislative intent’s relevance is mostly confined to the legal and philosophical implications of personhood, allowing a moderate score in the relevant sectors.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (3) algorithm (3) show keywords in context

Description: Making improvements to transparency and accountability in the prior authorization determination process.
Summary: This bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the prior authorization process for healthcare services, ensuring timely decisions and proper oversight in using artificial intelligence for medical coverage determinations in Washington State.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 24, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Alicia Rule (5 total sponsors)
Last action: Referred to Appropriations. (Feb. 21, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance
System Integrity
Data Robustness (see reasoning)

The text discusses the use of artificial intelligence in the prior authorization determination process for healthcare coverage. This explicitly relates to the 'Social Impact' category as it addresses accountability, ensuring AI does not make inappropriate healthcare determinations which could affect patient health. It also aligns with 'Data Governance,' as it touches on the need for fair and non-discriminatory AI usage based on individual medical history rather than biased group data sets. Additionally, the text emphasizes the need for maintaining oversight and transparency in AI systems, which fits into 'System Integrity'. Lastly, it calls for compliance with standards and regular reviews of AI tools to ensure their robustness and effectiveness, thus it also pertains to 'Robustness'. Overall, the integration of AI into healthcare decisions, accountability safeguards, and guidelines tighten the relevance across multiple categories.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Healthcare (see reasoning)

The text primarily focuses on the healthcare sector, specifically on how AI technologies influence healthcare coverage decisions through prior authorization processes. The legislation outlines the standards for health insurance and care providers concerning how prior authorizations are to be handled with respect to individual patient data and AI's role in decision making. Thus, it is highly relevant to the 'Healthcare' sector. Some elements of accountability and integrity are also relevant to the 'Government Agencies and Public Services' sector since the legislation regulates the actions of organizations in delivering health services. However, the primary focus remains on the healthcare implications of AI.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (38) machine learning (6) automated (3) foundation model (3) show keywords in context

Description: To require covered platforms to remove nonconsensual intimate visual depictions, and for other purposes.
Summary: The TAKE IT DOWN Act mandates platforms to remove nonconsensual intimate visual depictions, establishes penalties for violations, and outlines a process for individuals to report such content.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Jan. 22, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Maria Salazar (10 total sponsors)
Last action: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (Jan. 22, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)

The text centers around the regulation of nonconsensual intimate visual depictions, particularly those that involve digital forgery or deepfakes created through AI technologies. This clearly ties into the Social Impact category as it addresses psychological and reputational harm caused by nonconsensual uses of AI-generated imagery. Furthermore, it encompasses accountability of technologies that could lead to exploitation, aligning with existing issues around fairness and bias. There are also elements that touch upon data governance, particularly in how identity and consent are managed and safeguarded within AI systems. However, the primary focus remains on individual and societal implications. System Integrity and Robustness categories are less relevant here, as the text does not lay out specific safeguards, compliance measures, or performance benchmarks for AI itself, rather it focuses on the ramifications of negative societal impacts stemming from misuse of such technologies.


Sector:
Government Agencies and Public Services
Judicial system (see reasoning)

The legislation's focus on the regulation of digital forgeries created by AI expands into the political discourse surrounding technology's role in public safety and individual rights, thus moderately connecting to Politics and Elections. It has strong relevance to the category of Government Agencies and Public Services, considering that government oversight and enforcement via the Federal Trade Commission is elaborated in the enactment and enforcement sections, indicating a direct impact on public service mechanics. The regulation doesn’t specifically address the Judicial System but aligns with broader legal implications. The healthcare sector, Academic and Research Institutions, International Cooperation and Standards, Nonprofits and NGOs, and the Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified categories do not relate closely to the text, rendering them significantly less relevant. Overall, it prominently intersects with social, governmental, and legal frameworks.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) machine learning (1) show keywords in context

Description: Artificial intelligence; prohibiting distribution of certain media and requiring certain disclosures. Effective date.
Summary: The bill prohibits the distribution of synthetic media, particularly deepfakes, targeting political candidates within 90 days of an election, requiring disclosures about manipulation to protect electoral integrity.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 3, 2025
Status: Introduced
Primary sponsor: Bill Coleman (3 total sponsors)
Last action: Coauthored by Representative Newton (principal House author) (March 5, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)

The text explicitly deals with Artificial Intelligence (AI) by defining it in the context of regulations on synthetic media and deepfakes. It addresses concerns related to the social impact of using AI to create misleading content, particularly in political contexts, thereby falling squarely into the Social Impact category. The necessity for disclosures regarding AI-generated content highlights regulatory attempts to mitigate harm and promote transparency in AI's societal applications. While aspects of data management and system integrity are touched upon, as there are requirements for disclosures and penalties for misuse, the focus remains primarily on the social implications of AI-generated media. As a result, the relevance of this text in the context of Social Impact is very high. The Data Governance category is moderately relevant due to implicit concerns about data handling related to the creation of deepfakes, but it is not the primary focus. System Integrity is slightly relevant as it discusses monitoring and accountability of AI usage in media, but this is not the focal point of the legislation. Robustness does not apply as there are no benchmarks or compliance issues emphasized in the text.


Sector:
Politics and Elections
Government Agencies and Public Services (see reasoning)

This legislation specifically concerns the use of AI in political campaigning through the lens of deepfakes, which has immediate implications for Politics and Elections. The references to media distribution regulations indicate a significant focus on how AI impacts electoral processes and candidate representation, warranting an extremely high relevance score for this sector. There are also implications for Government Agencies and Public Services since enforcement measures and disclosures may involve state monitoring; however, this is secondary and does not receive as high a score. The text does not address AI in contexts relevant to the Judicial System, Healthcare, Private Enterprises, Labor and Employment, Academic and Research Institutions, International Cooperation and Standards, Nonprofits and NGOs, or Hybrid, Emerging, and Unclassified sectors. Thus, the primary relevance is to Politics and Elections, followed by a consideration for the operations of Government Agencies in enforcing these regulations.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (3) deepfake (6) synthetic media (2) show keywords in context

Description: An Act To Create New Section 75-99-1, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Establish A Short Title For The Mississippians' Right To Name, Likeness And Voice Act; To Create New Section 75-99-3, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Define Terms; To Create New Section 75-99-5, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide That Every Individual Has A Property Right In Their Own Name, Likeness And Voice; To Create New Section 75-99-7, Mississippi Code Of 1972, To Provide Certain Liability For Persons Or Entities Who Infri...
Summary: The Mississippians' Right to Name, Likeness, and Voice Act establishes individuals' rights over their name, likeness, and voice, regulating unauthorized commercial use and defining liabilities for infringement.
Collection: Legislation
Status date: Feb. 13, 2025
Status: Engrossed
Primary sponsor: Bradford Blackmon (4 total sponsors)
Last action: Referred To Universities and Colleges;Judiciary A (Feb. 18, 2025)

Category:
Societal Impact
Data Governance (see reasoning)

The text notably addresses the implications of AI and digital technology in the context of individual rights to name, likeness, and voice. It specifies the use of terms such as 'artificial intelligence', 'machine learning', and 'algorithm' in defining 'digital technology' and 'personalized cloning service', which indicates a legislative interest in the social implications of AI technologies, particularly regarding individual rights and consent. The relevance to Social Impact arises here since the act seeks to establish liability and protections concerning the unauthorized use of personal likenesses, inadvertently tying into the broader discourse about AI-generated digital content and its potential implications for identity and representation. Data Governance is moderately relevant as the act defines digital depictions and could concern the responsible management of data related to AI technologies producing likenesses or voice replicas. It is less relevant to System Integrity and Robustness, since the legislation does not focus primarily on the security, performance benchmarks, or integrity of AI but rather on the rights and control individuals have over their personal representations and the implications of their unauthorized use. Therefore, Social Impact scores high, Data Governance moderately, while System Integrity and Robustness score lower due to their peripheral connection to the text's main themes.


Sector:
Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment
Academic and Research Institutions
International Cooperation and Standards (see reasoning)

This legislation has direct implications for multiple sectors, particularly in how AI influences individual freedoms and rights to personal identity. In the realms of Private Enterprises, Labor, and Employment, there could be significant impacts on how businesses utilize AI to create digital representations for commercial use, leading to economic implications and considerations around intellectual property. The Healthcare sector might have a slight relevance if AI's role in producing voice replicas is considered in medical contexts; however, there is no specific mention of healthcare applications within the document. The legislation may also be of interest to Academic and Research Institutions as they navigate ethical considerations with AI technologies, especially as they apply studies about likeness and identity in digital environments. International Cooperation and Standards may come into play, particularly if there are cross-border consequences with AI-generated content. Therefore, while some areas like Politics and Elections and Government Agencies and Public Services do not strongly apply, there's notable relevance for sectors concerned with commercial implications and educational contexts around AI.


Keywords (occurrence): artificial intelligence (1) machine learning (1) algorithm (2) show keywords in context
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