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AI Summary
Regulates generative AI models to ensure safety, privacy, and IP rights, with no factual errors found.
Business Impact
If you operate large-scale AI models in Massachusetts, register with the AG by 90 days post-enactment or face legal action.
What do these statuses mean? ▼
Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
Affected Industries
What This Means
Massachusetts Bill S31 aims to regulate large-scale generative AI models. It mandates adherence to operating standards, including non-discrimination, data security, and informed consent. Companies must register with the Attorney General and conduct regular risk assessments to mitigate foreseeable risks.
Key Provisions
- Prohibit discrimination or bias in AI model outputs.
- Require watermarking or authentication for generated text.
- Mandate data security and informed consent for data use.
- Conduct regular risk assessments for AI models.
- Register AI models with the Attorney General.
- Public registry of AI-operating companies.
Latest Legislative Action
Accompanied a new draft, see S2539
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Adam Gomez D | Sponsor | SD-HAMPDE |
| Barry Finegold D | Sponsor | SD-02-MID |
Compliance Checklist
Register AI model with Attorney General
Who: Companies operating large-scale AI models
Deadline: 90 days post-enactment
Penalty: Legal action by Attorney General
Who: Companies operating large-scale AI models
Deadline: 90 days post-enactment
Penalty: Legal action by Attorney General
Implement non-discrimination measures
Who: Companies operating large-scale AI models
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Legal action by Attorney General
Who: Companies operating large-scale AI models
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Legal action by Attorney General
Use watermarking or authentication for outputs
Who: Companies operating large-scale AI models
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Legal action by Attorney General
Who: Companies operating large-scale AI models
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Legal action by Attorney General
Conduct regular risk assessments
Who: Companies operating large-scale AI models
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Legal action by Attorney General
Who: Companies operating large-scale AI models
Deadline: Ongoing
Penalty: Legal action by Attorney General
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Official Bill Text
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