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AI Summary
This bill prohibits employers from using automated employment decision tools for certain decisions and mandates notification to applicants within 30 days of tool usage.
Business Impact
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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Introduced
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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
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What This Means
Maryland's SB957 aims to regulate the use of automated employment decision tools by employers. It prohibits their use in specific employment decisions unless exceptions apply. Employers must also notify applicants of such tool usage within 30 days, highlighting the growing scrutiny on AI in hiring practices.
Key Provisions
- Prohibits employers from using automated employment decision tools for specific employment decisions, with certain exceptions.
- Requires notification to applicants within 30 days of using an automated employment decision tool.
- Imposes penalties for employers who fail to comply with the notification requirement.
Latest Legislative Action
Hearing 3/14 at 1:00 p.m.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Katie Hester D | Sponsor | SD-009 |
Compliance Checklist
Notify applicants of the use of automated employment decision tools
Who: Employers using such tools
Deadline: Within 30 days after the use
Penalty: Specified penalties for non-compliance
Who: Employers using such tools
Deadline: Within 30 days after the use
Penalty: Specified penalties for non-compliance
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
SB957 prohibits employers from utilizing automated employment decision tools for certain employment decisions, with specified exceptions. Employers are required to notify applicants of the use of such tools within 30 days after the tool is used. Failure to comply with this notification requirement may result in penalties for the employer. The bill emphasizes the need for transparency in the hiring process, particularly as automated systems become more prevalent. This aligns with similar legislative efforts in other states aimed at ensuring accountability and fairness in automated decision-making processes.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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