HB 1951 — Promoting Ethical Artificial Intelligence By Protecting Against Algorithmic Discrimination
HB 1951 aims to promote ethical use of artificial intelligence by protecting against algorithmic discrimination. The bill focuses on ensuring fairness in automated decision-making systems, particularly in areas such as hiring and policing. It seeks to address harms arising from biased AI systems that may disproportionately affect certain groups. The bill is currently under review, with a public hearing held in the House Committee on Consumer Protection & Business on January 19, 2024.
Linked Incidents
3Incidents this policy has been directly linked to
Black man wrongfully arrested after facial recognition misidentification leading to $8M settlement
Two Amazon employees file ADA discrimination complaints over AI accommodation evaluation system and return-to-office policy
Middle-aged man wrongfully arrested after AI misidentification in criminal investigation
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