Under House Bill 149, the deployment or development of an artificial intelligence system that intends to unlawfully discriminate against a protected class is prohibited. The law goes into effect on January 1, 2026.
Protected classes include groups or classes of people with characteristics, beliefs, statuses, or qualities that are protected under state or federal civil rights laws. These include race, disability, color, religion, national origin, age, and sex.
Additional disclosure requirements are also included in the law for health care providers and governmental entities. Private employers do not have to disclose to applicants or employees the use of AI to aid in or make employment decisions.
This article is informational and does not constitute legal or financial advice. Consult with an employment lawyer or accountant for additional clarification on how these changes impact your company.
