Algorithmic Accountability Act (proposed)
Would require companies to conduct impact assessments of automated decision systems for bias, discrimination, privacy violations, and other harms. Covers hiring, credit, housing, healthcare, and education decisions. Has not passed but reintroduced in 2022 and 2023.
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