US Regulatory Tracker

AI Hiring Laws by State

A rapidly evolving patchwork of regulations. See which states regulate AI in employment and what you need to do.

Active Regulations

New York (NYC)

Local Law 144
Active

Requires annual bias audits and public notices for automated employment decision tools (AEDTs).

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Illinois

AIVIA (820 ILCS 42)
Active

Regulates AI analysis of video interviews. Requires notice, consent, and deletion rights.

View IL Guide

California

FEHA / CPPA Drafts
Active / Evolving

Broad anti-discrimination liability for AI tools. Proposed automated decision-making regulations.

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Other Notable Legislation

Colorado

SB 21-169 (Consumer Protection)
Insurance Focus

While primarily focused on insurance practices, SB 21-169 prohibits the use of external consumer data and algorithms that unfairly discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, or gender expression. It sets a precedent for algorithm accountability.

Maryland

H.B. 1202
Facial Analysis Ban

Prohibits employers from using facial recognition services during pre-employment interviews without the applicant's consent. Similar to Illinois but specifically targets facial recognition technology.

Common Themes Across All States

Transparency

Always notify candidates when AI is being used to evaluate them.

Human Oversight

Maintain "human-in-the-loop" processes to review automated decisions.

Bias Audits

Regularly test your tools for disparate impact on protected groups.

Data Retention

Keep detailed records of inputs, outputs, and decision logic.

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