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NY A01205
Bill
Status
1/9/2025
Primary Sponsor
Michaelle Solages
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AI Summary
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Establishes a Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer position within the Office of Information Technology Services, appointed by the governor with senate consent, requiring expertise in AI, data privacy, and the technology industry
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Creates an Office of Artificial Intelligence responsible for developing statewide AI policies, governance standards, risk management plans, and a handbook for AI procurement and deployment across all state agencies
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Grants the office authority to coordinate AI activities across state government, conduct periodic audits of agency AI systems, recommend deactivation of harmful AI applications, and ensure compliance with constitutional and legal requirements
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Establishes an Advisory Committee for State AI Policy with at least 11 members appointed by the governor, legislature, and municipal leadership organizations, required to meet at least twice annually to advise on AI best practices, workforce impacts, and misinformation prevention
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Defines "artificial intelligence" and "automated decision-making systems" in state law, explicitly excluding basic tools like calculators, spell-check, and spreadsheets that do not materially affect human rights, liberties, safety, or welfare
Legislative Description
Establishes the position of chief artificial intelligence officer and such person's functions, powers and duties; including, but not limited to, developing statewide artificial intelligence policies and governance, coordinating the activities of any and all state departments, boards, commissions, agencies and authorities performing any functions using artificial intelligence tools; makes related provisions.
Last Action
referred to governmental operations
1/7/2026