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7 Steps to Prepare for AI Compliance in Hiring and Employment Decisions
BLOG OVERVIEW: State and local AI laws governing hiring and selection procedures are already in effect with more on the way. Employers can take seven practical steps right now to build a scalable AI compliance strategy, from inventorying selection procedures and understanding bias audit requirements to conducting proactive audits and gathering validation evidence.
NY State Audits Bias Audit Law Enforcement, NYC Promises Improvements | JD Supra
BLOG OVERVIEW: A recent audit by the New York State Comptroller's Office revealed significant shortcomings in New York City's enforcement of Local Law 144 (LL144), the landmark legislation requiring bias audits of automated employment decision tools (AEDTs) used in hiring. Key findings include inconsistent complaint intake processes, incomplete documentation, limited proactive enforcement, and inadequate bias audit reviews by the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP).
Colorado Delays Implementation of AI Law | JD Supra
On August 6, 2025, Governor Jared Polis issued an Executive Order to hold a special session of the Colorado General Assembly to address budgetary issues stemming from the passing of H.R. 1., also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Among the many items on the agenda to be addressed in the special session was the need to revisit the scope and timeline for Senate Bill 24-205 (SB 24-205).
[Webinar] AI and Automated Decision Making in Employment: 2025 Regulatory Update - August 13th, 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm EDT | JD Supra
In the past several years, employers have sought to increase efficiency and effectiveness in recruitment and selection efforts by deploying artificial intelligence (AI) tools in their processes. While existing anti-discrimination laws apply to these AI tools in the same manner as any other system or process, states and cities have sought to create and pass their own regulations to provide further protections to workers.
Artificial Intelligence in Employment: 2025 Regulatory Update | JD Supra
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into employment decision-making processes for organizations continues to accelerate, as does the evolution of the legal and regulatory environment. This post provides information on key happenings in state and federal regulatory activity as of June 2025.
State and Local AI Law Update: California AB 331 is Dead – Meet AB 2930 | JD Supra
California’s Assembly Bill (AB) 2930 was introduced by the California State Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee in February 2024 and, if signed into law, will impose certain requirements on entities doing business in the state and using automated decision tools (ADTs) to make or play a substantial role in making consequential decisions.
NYC Local Law 144: Choose Your Auditor Wisely | JD Supra
Overview Readers of DCI blogs know all about New York City’s (NYC’s) Local Law 144 (LL-144). Briefly, this law applies when an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT) is used to hire or promote individuals for a job located in NYC or (remotely) associated with an office in NYC.
Department of Labor: Principles for AI and Worker Well-Being | JD Supra
In response to direction from Executive Order 14110, titled Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence, the Department of Labor (DOL) created Principles for Developers and Employers related to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace.
AI in Employment: A Deep Dive Into OFCCP's Newly Released Resources | JD Supra
Last week, DCI shared that the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) had published new guidance for federal contractors on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in employment decision making. In it, OFCCP answered commonly asked questions about the legal duties of federal contractors regarding the use of AI in an employment context, and shared "promising practices” for mitigating potential biases that can be introduced or perpetuated through the use of AI systems.
Federal Agencies: AI in Employment Subject to EEO Regulations | JD Supra
On April 4, 2024, multiple federal agencies charged with enforcing various laws signed a joint statement asserting that: Their existing enforcement authority encompasses and applies to the use of automated systems, including artificial intelligence (AI) and other innovative technologies, and These agencies can and will “vigorously use…authorities to protect individuals’ rights regardless of whether legal violations occur through traditional means or advanced technologies.
OMB Policy Regarding Federal Agencies’ Use of Artificial Intelligence | JD Supra
To meet obligations set forth in the President’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Executive Order 14110, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) published a memorandum for Federal Agencies on March 28, 2024. This document directs Federal Agencies to 1) strengthen AI governance,2) advance responsible AI innovation, and 3)manage risks from the use of AI.
President Biden Signs an Executive Order Related to the Use of AI | JD Supra
On October 30, 2023 President Biden signed the Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. It covers a very wide range of areas related to the use of artificial intelligence (AI). The goal of the Executive Order is to help facilitate the benefits of AI and mitigate the associated risks.
EEOC Settles First AI Hiring Bias Lawsuit | JD Supra
[co-author: Grace Boudjalis] The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) settled its first lawsuit concerning artificial intelligence (AI) bias in hiring with iTutorGroup Inc. (now known as Fullmind), an organization that provides English-language tutoring services to students in China.
Proposed Senate Bill: The No Robot Bosses Act of 2023 | JD Supra
Federal focus on broadly understanding, regulating, and balancing the benefits and risks related to the use of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow; increasingly, there is activity on this front related to the use of AI-based tools in the employment sphere (see prior DCI blogs on this). The latest example of this is the “No Robot Bosses Act of 2023” submitted by Senators Bob Casey (D-PA) and Brian Schatz (D-HI) , on July 20, 2023.
New York City Local Law 144 Roundtables and FAQ: 10 Take-Aways | JD Supra
July 27, 2023 To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: In late May, the New York City (NYC or the City) Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) held multiple roundtables about Local Law 144 for which began being enforced on July 5, 2023. On June 30th, the DCWP published a set of FAQs stemming from the roundtables.
The uncertain and ever-changing disclosure requirements for pharma and biotech patents
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EEOC Issues Guidance on Software, Algorithms, and AI in Employee Selection | JD Supra
On May 18, 2023, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) published a press release in which they link to new guidance they have provided on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in selection procedures. This adds to prior guidance the EEOC has provided related to the use of these algorithmically-driven tools for individuals with disabilities. The latest guidance from the EEOC is focused on disparate impact under Title VII.
Federal Agencies Make Statement on Discrimination & Bias in Automated Systems | JD Supra
Federal leaders, including Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Chair Burrows, U.S. Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Director Rohit Chopra, and Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan, releasedajoint statement early this week on enforcement efforts targeted at discrimination and bias in automated systems, including those using artificial intelligence (AI).
Summarizing the Updated Final Rules Issued for NYC's Local Law 144 | JD Supra
On April 6, 2023, the New York City (NYC) Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issued the final set of rules for enforcing Local Law 144, regulating the use of automated employment decision tools (AEDTs) wherein hiring and promotion decisions are made or substantially assisted by algorithmically-driven mechanisms. The enforcement schedule has been pushed back to July 5, 2023.
Delay Announced for the Enforcement of New York City’s Local Law 144 | JD Supra
If you have been following the state of New York City’s Local Law 144, which is intended to regulate the use of automated employment decision tools (AEDTs) used to make or substantially assist hiring decisions, you may be feeling a distinct sense of déjà vu.
[Webinar] Auto-Hiring? What to Know When Using AI in Hiring - March 8th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET | JD Supra
New York City’s Local Law 144, which regulates the use of “automated employment decision tools” in hiring decisions, went into effect on January 1, 2023, and will be enforced effective April 15, 2023. Most commentators view Local Law 144 as a significant development in the regulation of tools deploying artificial intelligence (AI) to assist in the hiring process.
EEOC Hearing on Employment Discrimination in AI | JD Supra
On January 31, 2023, theEqual Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) had a hearing, entitled “Navigating Employment Discrimination in AI and Automated Systems: A New Civil Rights Frontier”. This hearing, which included over four hours of panelist presentations and responses to EEOC Commissioner questions, had nearly 3,000 attendees.
Increased Federal Focus on Artificial Intelligence in Employee Selection | JD Supra
Recently, New York City’s law related to the use of automated employment decision tools (where hiring/promotion decisions involve algorithmically-driven mechanisms) has garnered much attention. Other local/state entities (e.g., California, New Jersey, Washington DC) have also been considering rules related to the use of selection procedures that use artificial intelligence.
[Webinar] Expert Summit for Employment Attorneys: Artificial Intelligence: Bias Audits and Beyond - February 28th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST | JD Supra
January 25, 2023 February 28th, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST To embed, copy and paste the code into your website or blog: February 28th, 2023 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM EST Many employers use technology-enabled tools, including those leveraging artificial intelligence, to make high stakes employment decisions.
Updated Rules Issued for New York City’s Local Law 144 on Automated Employment Decision Tools | JD Supra
In late December 2022, the New York City (NYC) Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) issued an updated set of proposed clarification rules for Local Law 144 (regulating the use of automated employment decision tools (AEDTs) wherein hiring decisions are made or substantially assisted by algorithmically-driven mechanisms). Enforcement of the law, which was passed in December 2021, was delayed from a January 1, 2023, start date and is currently set to begin on April 15, 2023.
Learning to ski: How do you know when your child is ready?
This undated photo provided by Stowe Mountain Resort in Stowe, Vt., shows an instructor with young children in a ski lesson. Kids differ in their readiness and learning styles when it comes to learning to ski, but experts say the most important thing for parents to consider is making the experience fun. (Dave Schmidt/Stowe Mountain Resort via AP)
Learning to ski: How do you know when your child is ready?
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