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    February 10, 2023
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    John Rood

    Automated Employment Tool Legislation Radar – 02/10/2023

    Below, we listed some of the new and emerging regulations for automated employment tools. We also included a handy infographic at the end! Contact us for more info.

    In effect 01/01/2023 

    Enforcement begins 07/05/2023 (previously 04/15/2023 – updated 04/06/2023) 

    The law requires that organizations using automated, algorithmic hiring tools: 

    • Conduct an AI bias audit within 1 year of using the tool
    • Post results on employer’s website 

     

    • Provide notice prior to using an AEDT

    CALIFORNIA CCPA/CPRA

    In effect 01/01/2023 

    California AI Regulations are still being drafted

    Pending final rules, a business using automated decision-making tools, may need to:

    • Allow opt-out 
    • Provide reasoning behind decisions 
    • Perform impact assessments of tools using sensitive data

    WASHINGTON, DC B24-0558

    1. Lack of internal policies

    Last hearing 09/20/2022

    Advancement could happen Q1 2023

    Requires organizations using algorithms in hiring:

     

    • Audit algorithms for discriminatory patterns
    • Report results and any corrective actions
    • Disclose and explain when algorithms negatively impact consumers’ outcomes

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY COMMISSION

    Strategic Enforcement Plan (SEP)

    Released first half of 2023

    • Recommends audits and governance plans
    • Priorities include automated systems
    • Combats and prevents employment discrimination

    COLORADO PRIVACY ACT

    In effect 07/01/2023

    Rules are still being drafted

    The law would require that organizations handling sensitive consumer data:

    • Conduct data protection assessments (including those used in employment process)
    • Identify Universal Opt-Out Mechanisms
    • Provide disclosures, gather consent, and more

    John Rood

    John is a sought-after expert on emerging compliance issues related to AI in hiring and HR. He has spoken at the national SHRM conference, and his writing has appeared in HR Brew, Tech Target, and other publications. Prior to Proceptual, John was founder at Next Step Test Preparation, which became a leader in the pre-medical test preparation industry before selling to private equity. He lives in the Chicago area and is a graduate of Michigan State University and the University of Chicago.

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