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NY S08928

NY S08928: Enacts the "artificial intelligence workforce impact transparency act"; requires that each notice include a statement as to whether the employment lo… Verified

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Enacts the "artificial intelligence workforce impact transparency act"; requires that each notice include a statement as to whether the employment losses described are the result, in whole or in part, of the introduction, expansion, or adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) systems, automation…

AI Summary

The bill mandates employers to disclose if layoffs are linked to AI or automation, establishing the 'AI Innovation and Workforce Tracking Initiative' to evaluate impacts, expiring two years after enactment.

Business Impact

If you operate in New York and conduct layoffs, you must disclose AI's role in those decisions by the end of the pilot program or face penalties.

State
New York
Bill Number
S08928
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Amendment
Effective Date
Jul 15, 2026
Last Action
Jan 16, 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

Employment Technology Labor

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What This Means

The 'Artificial Intelligence Workforce Impact Transparency Act' aims to enhance transparency regarding the role of AI and automation in workforce reductions. Employers will be required to indicate whether layoffs are due to these technologies, and a pilot program will evaluate compliance, data accuracy, and policy impacts.

Key Provisions

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Compliance Checklist

Include AI/automation impact statement in layoff notices
Who: Employers
Submit reports to the Commissioner of Labor
Who: Employers

Full Legal Analysis

The 'Artificial Intelligence Workforce Impact Transparency Act' requires employers to include a statement in layoff notices indicating whether job losses are attributable to the introduction or expansion of AI systems or automation. The bill establishes the 'AI Innovation and Workforce Tracking Initiative', a two-year pilot program to evaluate compliance, data accuracy, and policy impacts of the reporting requirement. A report will be submitted to the governor and legislature.

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