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NY S9794: Relates to requiring disclosure of use of generative artificial intelligence in a civil action

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Last verified Oct 6, 2026 · official bill text

S9794 · where it stands

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In one paragraph

Mandates disclosure and certification of generative AI use in civil filings in New York, with human review verification.

Plain-English summary, written with AI assistance. The official text controls.

What it means for business

If you use AI for civil filings, you must certify human review or face unspecified consequences.

What this means

This New York bill requires that any civil filings produced using generative AI include a certification of human review. Appellant briefs must disclose AI use.

Key provisions

  1. Requires certification of filings produced using generative AI with human review verification.
  2. Mandates appellant briefs to disclose generative AI use and confirm human review.

Compliance checklist

  • Disclose the use of generative AI in civil actions Who: Parties involved in civil litigation Penalty: Potential legal consequences for non-disclosure

Latest legislative action

Jun 5, 2026. COMMITTED TO RULES

Full analysis

Bill S 9794 mandates that any filings in civil actions produced using generative artificial intelligence must include a certification. This certification requires confirmation that the content was reviewed and verified by a human. Specifically, the bill requires that the brief of an appellant disclose the use of generative AI in its drafting.

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Related topics

AI Transparency

Affected industries

Consumer Protection

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