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AI Summary
The bill establishes an Artificial Intelligence Governance Committee and mandates standards for AI use in Kentucky, prioritizing transparency and data protection for state entities.
Business Impact
If you use AI in any capacity within Kentucky, you must comply with new governance standards and disclose AI usage by the effective date or face penalties.
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— 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
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What This Means
Kentucky's SB4 introduces significant regulations for artificial intelligence, creating a governance committee tasked with ensuring ethical and transparent AI practices. The bill mandates public disclosure of AI usage and prioritizes data privacy, primarily affecting state departments and agencies.
Key Provisions
- Defines terms related to artificial intelligence.
- Establishes the Artificial Intelligence Governance Committee.
- Mandates public disclosure of AI usage.
- Requires employee education and training on AI.
- Prioritizes personal privacy and data protection.
- Requires the Commonwealth Office of Technology to promulgate regulations.
- Includes provisions on electioneering communication and synthetic media.
Latest Legislative Action
signed by Governor (Acts Ch. 66)
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Amanda Mays Bledsoe R | Sponsor | SD-012 |
| Brandon Storm R | Sponsor | SD-021 |
Roll Call Votes
H ·
House: Third Reading RCS# 236 ·
Mar 13, 2025
86 Yea
10 Nay
4 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate: Third Reading RSN# 3513 ·
Mar 13, 2025
33 Yea
4 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate: Third Reading RSN# 3413 ·
Feb 28, 2025
30 Yea
3 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
Amendments (2)
Senate Floor Amendment
Pending
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House Committee Substitute
Pending
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Compliance Checklist
Establish internal policies for AI use and governance.
Who: All departments and agencies using AI.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance.
Who: All departments and agencies using AI.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance.
Provide employee training on AI governance and ethics.
Who: Employers in state agencies and departments.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance.
Who: Employers in state agencies and departments.
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance.
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
SB4 amends existing statutes to define key terms related to artificial intelligence and establishes the Artificial Intelligence Governance Committee. This committee will be responsible for creating policies that ensure the ethical, responsible, and transparent use of AI across all state departments and agencies. The bill requires public disclosure of AI usage, employee training, and prioritizes the protection of personal data. The bill also includes provisions related to electioneering communication and synthetic media. The bill's comprehensive approach aligns with similar initiatives in other states, reflecting a growing trend toward stricter AI governance.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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