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AI Summary
This bill mandates an annual inventory of AI usage by Georgia state agencies, with the Georgia Technology Authority responsible for conducting the inventory and developing AI policies.
Business Impact
If you operate a state agency in Georgia, you must conduct an annual inventory of AI usage by December 31 or face compliance penalties.
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— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
House Bill 147 requires an annual inventory of AI usage by Georgia state agencies, with the Georgia Technology Authority tasked with conducting the inventory and establishing certain AI policies.
Key Provisions
- Mandates an annual inventory of AI usage by state agencies.
- Tasks the Georgia Technology Authority with conducting the inventory.
- Tasks the Authority with developing certain AI policies.
- Provides for related matters, including guidelines and oversight, and the repeal of conflicting laws.
Latest Legislative Action
Senate Committee Favorably Reported By Substitute
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 31)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Alan Powell R | Primary |
| Allen Peake | Primary |
| Bill Hitchens R | Primary |
| Brad Thomas R | Primary |
| Brett Harrell | Primary |
Roll Call Votes
House Vote #50 - 2025-2026 Regular Session ·
Feb 20, 2025
172 Yea
0 Nay
8 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Conduct an annual inventory of AI systems used.
Who: All state agencies in Georgia.
Deadline: Annually, specific date not specified.
Penalty: Potential administrative scrutiny for non-compliance.
Who: All state agencies in Georgia.
Deadline: Annually, specific date not specified.
Penalty: Potential administrative scrutiny for non-compliance.
Submit annual reports to the Georgia Technology Authority.
Who: All state agencies in Georgia.
Deadline: Annually, specific date not specified.
Penalty: Potential administrative scrutiny for non-compliance.
Who: All state agencies in Georgia.
Deadline: Annually, specific date not specified.
Penalty: Potential administrative scrutiny for non-compliance.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
House Bill 147 seeks to amend Chapter 25 of Title 50 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, focusing on the Georgia Technology Authority's role in conducting an inventory of artificial intelligence usage by state agencies. The bill does not explicitly require state agencies to submit reports directly to the Authority; instead, the Authority is responsible for gathering this information. Additionally, the Authority is tasked with developing and establishing certain policies related to AI usage. The bill also provides for related matters, which may include guidelines for implementation and oversight, and the repeal of conflicting laws.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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