The State Government AI Act mandates the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology to establish AI policies by 2028, prohibiting AI use without these rules.
If your agency uses AI in Illinois, you must comply with new rules by January 1, 2028, or face restrictions on AI deployment.
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What This Means
The State Government AI Act aims to regulate the use of artificial intelligence within Illinois State agencies. By January 1, 2028, the Department of Innovation and Technology must adopt rules governing AI deployment, ensuring that agencies assess the impact of AI technologies. This legislation will affect all State government agencies involved in AI development and use.
Key Provisions
- Establishes the State Government AI Act to regulate AI use by State agencies.
- Requires the Department of Innovation and Technology to adopt AI policies by January 1, 2028.
- Prohibits AI deployment by State agencies unless permitted by the Department's rules.
- Mandates annual impact assessment reports from agencies starting July 1, 2028.
- Defines 'Agency of State government' and 'Artificial intelligence' for clarity.
- Requires the Department to report on AI's impact to the General Assembly annually.
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Added as Co-Sponsor Sen. Terri Bryant
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 27)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Dan Kotowski | Primary |
| Dan McConchie | Primary |
| Daniel Biss | Primary |
| Donne E. Trotter | Primary |
| Heather A. Steans | Primary |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Department of Innovation and Technology
Deadline: By January 1, 2028
Penalty: Prohibition on AI deployment
Who: Every agency of State government
Deadline: On or before July 1 of each year starting 2028
Penalty: Potential restrictions on AI use
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