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TX SB2473
Bill
Status
3/13/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jose Menendez
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AI Summary
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Prohibits Texas state agencies from using automated employment decision tools (AI, algorithms, machine learning software) to screen job applicants unless they comply with new disclosure and anti-discrimination requirements
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Requires state agencies to notify applicants when an automated tool may be used to assess their fitness for a position and provide information about how the tool works and what characteristics it evaluates
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Mandates that state agencies take measures to mitigate biases in automated hiring tools to prevent discrimination based on state or federal protected classes
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Defines key terms including "automated employment decision tool," "artificial intelligence system," and "algorithm" for purposes of the new regulations
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the use of an automated employment decision tool by a state agency to assess a job applicant's fitness for a position.
State Agencies, Boards & Commissions
Last Action
Referred to Business & Commerce
4/3/2025