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Directing the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a comprehensive study to determine and report on the potential impact of the use of robots, job automation and artificial intelligence on occupations, employment and the economy of this Commonwealth.

AI Summary

This bill directs a study on the impact of robots and AI on jobs and the economy in Pennsylvania.

Business Impact

If you operate a business in Pennsylvania that uses AI or automation, you should prepare for potential regulatory changes based on the study's findings.

State
Pennsylvania
Bill Number
HR438
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Low
Category
Study/Task Force
Last Action
Jul 24, 2017
Last Verified
May 28, 2026
Data Updated
May 28, 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

Manufacturing Technology Employment Services Employment

Topics How we classify →

AI in EmploymentCovers AI use in hiring, firing, monitoring, and workplace decisions. Click to see full definition → Comprehensive AIRegulates AI broadly across sectors with governance, impact assessments, and enforcement. Click to see full definition → AI Robots

What This Means

HR438 aims to assess how the integration of robots and AI technologies affects various occupations and the overall economy in Pennsylvania. This comprehensive study will provide insights that could inform future legislation and business practices.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

Referred to LABOR AND INDUSTRY

Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 9)

Name Role District
Sponsor HD-032
Sponsor HD-182
Sponsor HD-042
Sponsor HD-121
Sponsor HD-036

Full Legal Analysis

The bill mandates the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee to conduct a thorough study on the implications of robots, job automation, and artificial intelligence within Pennsylvania. This study is expected to evaluate how these technologies impact employment levels, job types, and the broader economic landscape. The findings will likely inform future legislative actions and policies regarding technology use in the workplace. While the bill does not impose immediate compliance requirements or penalties, it signals a proactive approach to understanding the evolving job market influenced by technological advancements.

Official Source

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Related Topics

AI in Employment Comprehensive AI AI Robots

Affected Industries

Technology Employment

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