The bill prohibits employers from using automated employment decision tools for certain decisions, with exceptions, and mandates notification to applicants within 30 days of use.
If you use automated tools for hiring in Maryland, you must notify applicants within 30 days or face penalties for non-compliance.
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What This Means
Maryland's HB1255 seeks to regulate the use of automated employment decision tools by prohibiting their use in certain employment decisions, with exceptions. Employers will be required to notify applicants about the use of such tools within 30 days after their use. This legislation aims to enhance transparency and accountability in hiring practices, impacting businesses that utilize automated systems in their recruitment processes.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits employers from using automated employment decision tools for certain employment decisions, with exceptions.
- Requires notification to applicants within 30 days of using an automated employment decision tool.
- Imposes penalties for employers who fail to notify applicants as required.
Latest Legislative Action
Hearing 3/06 at 1:00 p.m.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Bartlett D | Sponsor | HD-032 |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Employers using such tools
Deadline: Within 30 days of use
Penalty: Penalties for non-compliance
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