Mandates AI system policies for Maryland state agencies with inventories and assessments by specified deadlines. Effective July 1, 2024, as Chapter 496.
If you develop AI for Maryland state use, comply with new policies by July 1, 2024, or face procurement restrictions.
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What This Means
The Artificial Intelligence Governance Act of 2024 requires Maryland state agencies to establish comprehensive policies for AI system development and use. This includes conducting inventories and assessments of AI systems by specified dates. The Department of Information Technology, in collaboration with a subcabinet, will adopt these policies, ensuring AI systems are used responsibly and transparently in state operations. The bill was approved by the Governor and is Chapter 496, effective July 1, 2024.
Key Provisions
- State agencies must inventory AI systems by specified dates.
- Department of IT to develop AI policies with a subcabinet.
- Prohibits public disclosure of certain AI-related information under specific circumstances.
- Policies cover AI development, procurement, and use.
- Effective July 1, 2024, as Chapter 496.
Latest Legislative Action
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 496
Bill Sponsors
| 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 |
| Clarence Lam D | Sponsor | SD-012 |
| Craig Zucker D | Sponsor | SD-014 |
| Dawn Gile D | Sponsor | SD-033 |
| Jeff Waldstreicher D | Sponsor | SD-018 |
| Jim Rosapepe D | Sponsor | SD-021 |
| Karen Lewis Young D | Sponsor | SD-003 |
| Katie Hester D | Sponsor | SD-009 |
| Malcolm Augustine D | Sponsor | SD-047 |
| Mary Washington D | Sponsor | SD-043 |
| Michael Jackson D | Sponsor | SD-027 |
| Ron Watson D | Sponsor | SD-023 |
| Sarah Elfreth D | Sponsor | SD-030 |
| William Ferguson D | Sponsor | SD-046 |
| William Smith D | Sponsor | SD-020 |
Roll Call Votes
Amendments (2)
Compliance Checklist
Who: State government units
Deadline: Specified dates before July 1, 2024
Penalty: Potential procurement restrictions
Who: Department of Information Technology
Deadline: By July 1, 2024
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