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NY S04394

NY S04394: Establishes criteria for the use of automated employment decision tools; provides for enforcement for violations of such criteria. Reviewed

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AI Summary

The bill establishes criteria for using automated employment decision tools in New York, including transparency and bias testing, with penalties for non-compliance.

Business Impact

If you use AI for hiring in NY, you must comply with new criteria or face enforcement actions.

State
New York
Bill Number
S04394
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Comprehensive
Last Action
Jan 7, 2026
Last Verified
May 4, 2026
Data Updated
May 4, 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 Employment Employment Services Human Resources

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What This Means

New York's proposed legislation sets criteria for the use of automated employment decision tools, requiring transparency and bias testing, and outlines penalties for violations.

Key Provisions

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Compliance Checklist

Ensure compliance with established criteria for automated employment decision tools.
Who: Employers using such tools.
Penalty: Potential enforcement actions for non-compliance.

Related & Companion Bills

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Full Legal Analysis

Bill S04394, introduced in New York, aims to establish criteria for the use of automated employment decision tools. The bill requires these tools to undergo bias testing and mandates transparency in their use. Employers must provide notice to candidates when such tools are used. Enforcement mechanisms include fines for non-compliance, ensuring adherence to the established criteria. This legislation could significantly impact how employers implement automated tools, promoting fairness and accountability in employment decisions.

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