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AI Summary
The bill mandates state units to inventory and assess AI systems by specified deadlines and establishes governance policies for their use.
Business Impact
If you operate AI systems in Maryland state government, you must complete inventories and assessments by specified dates or face regulatory consequences.
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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
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
The Artificial Intelligence Governance Act of 2024 requires Maryland state government units to conduct inventories and assessments of AI systems by specified deadlines. It also prohibits the Department of Information Technology from disclosing certain information about these systems under specific circumstances. This legislation aims to ensure responsible development and use of AI technologies within state operations.
Key Provisions
- State units must conduct inventories and assessments of AI systems by specified deadlines.
- The Department of Information Technology must adopt governance policies for AI systems.
- Certain information about AI systems may not be publicly disclosed under specific circumstances.
Latest Legislative Action
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 496
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 19)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Arthur Ellis D | Sponsor | SD-028 |
| Benjamin Brooks D | Sponsor | SD-010 |
| Brian Feldman D | Sponsor | SD-015 |
| Bryan Simonaire R | Sponsor | SD-031 |
| Chris West R | Sponsor | SD-042 |
Roll Call Votes
S ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Apr 5, 2024
45 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
H ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Apr 4, 2024
136 Yea
0 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Third Reading: Passed ·
Mar 15, 2024
45 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
Amendments (2)
Favorable with Amendments 523823/1 Adopted
Adopted
2024-03-14
Favorable with Amendments 253228/1 Adopted
Adopted
2024-04-04
Compliance Checklist
Conduct inventories and assessments of AI systems
Who: Each unit of State government
Deadline: On or before specified dates
Penalty: Potential regulatory consequences for non-compliance
Who: Each unit of State government
Deadline: On or before specified dates
Penalty: Potential regulatory consequences for non-compliance
Adopt governance policies for AI systems
Who: Department of Information Technology in consultation with a subcabinet
Deadline: By specified dates
Penalty: Potential regulatory consequences for non-compliance
Who: Department of Information Technology in consultation with a subcabinet
Deadline: By specified dates
Penalty: Potential regulatory consequences for non-compliance
Full Legal Analysis
The Artificial Intelligence Governance Act of 2024 requires each unit of Maryland state government to conduct inventories and assessments of artificial intelligence systems by specified deadlines. The Department of Information Technology is tasked with adopting policies and procedures regarding the development, procurement, deployment, use, and assessment of these AI systems. Additionally, the bill includes provisions that restrict the public availability of certain information related to AI systems under specific circumstances. This legislation reflects a growing trend among states to regulate AI technologies and ensure their responsible use in government operations.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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