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NJ A4821: Requires OIT to develop NJ generative artificial intelligence program and implement artificial intelligence education courses with county governments… Verified

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Requires OIT to develop NJ generative artificial intelligence program and implement artificial intelligence education courses with county governments; appropriates $1.5 million.

AI Summary

NJ bill mandates AI program development and education courses, appropriating $1.5M.

Business Impact

If you operate in NJ, you must engage with new AI programs and education initiatives.

State
New Jersey
Bill Number
A4821
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Sep 19, 2024
Last Verified
Apr 30, 2026
Data Updated
Apr 30, 2026
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

Technology Education

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What This Means

This New Jersey bill requires the Office of Information Technology to develop a generative AI program and coordinate with county governments to implement AI education courses. It appropriates $1.5 million for these initiatives, aiming to enhance public understanding of AI technologies.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Science, Innovation and Technology Committee

Bill Sponsors

Name Role District
Sponsor HD-033

Compliance Checklist

Develop a generative AI program
Who: Office of Information Technology
Deadline: Not specified
Conduct annual safety tests
Who: Office of Information Technology
Deadline: Annually
Implement AI education courses
Who: County governments
Deadline: Not specified

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Full Legal Analysis

(1) The bill mandates the New Jersey Office of Information Technology to develop a generative AI program. (2) It requires coordination with county governments to offer AI education courses, both in-person and online, focusing on AI basics and addressing potential biases and inaccuracies. (3) The bill appropriates $1.5 million for these initiatives. (4) The bill does not provide specific definitions for 'artificial intelligence' and 'generative artificial intelligence.' (5) This initiative focuses on public education and safety in AI technology.

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