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This bill establishes the New York artificial intelligence ethics commission, detailing its structure, powers, and responsibilities to oversee AI ethics.
If you develop or use AI technologies in New York, you must comply with ethical guidelines set by the new commission once established.
State
New York
Bill Number
S02487
Status
Introduced
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Study/Task Force
Last Action
Jan 7, 2026
Last Verified
May 4, 2026
Data Updated
May 4, 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
Public SectorGeneralArtificial IntelligenceTechnologyPrivate Sector
What This Means
The proposed bill aims to create the New York artificial intelligence ethics commission to address ethical concerns in AI, outlining its structure and responsibilities.
Key Provisions
Establishment of the New York artificial intelligence ethics commission
Commission structure and member appointments
Powers to review AI technologies
Responsibilities including policy advising and public awareness
Latest Legislative Action
REFERRED TO INTERNET AND TECHNOLOGY
Bill Sponsors
Name
Role
ADDABBO
Primary
Kevin S. ParkerD
Primary
Leroy ComrieD
Primary
Compliance Checklist
Align AI practices with ethical guidelines Who: Businesses using AI in New York Deadline: Upon establishment of the commission Penalty: To be determined by the commission
The bill proposes the establishment of the New York artificial intelligence ethics commission to address ethical concerns in AI. The commission will consist of appointed members with expertise in AI, ethics, and law. It will have the power to review AI technologies and provide guidelines to ensure ethical standards are met. The commission's responsibilities include advising on policy, conducting research, and promoting public awareness. The establishment of this commission could lead to more robust ethical oversight of AI technologies in New York.
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