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AI Summary
The bill mandates requirements for high-risk AI systems used by public bodies and establishes a work group to assess local government compliance.
Business Impact
If you operate a public body in Virginia using high-risk AI, you must comply with new guidelines by July 1, 2027, or face penalties.
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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
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What This Means
Virginia's HB2046 establishes a framework for the development and use of high-risk artificial intelligence systems by public bodies. It requires the Chief Information Officer to create policies and convene a work group to assess local government compliance. The bill aims to ensure responsible AI deployment while addressing potential algorithmic discrimination.
Key Provisions
- CIO to develop policies for high-risk AI systems used by public bodies.
- Work group to assess local government compliance with AI regulations.
- Provisions effective from July 1, 2027.
- Requirements to prevent algorithmic discrimination in AI systems.
- Compliance clause required in procurement contracts for high-risk AI.
- Ongoing assessments of high-risk AI systems mandated.
Latest Legislative Action
Failed to pass
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 8)
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Bonita Anthony D | Sponsor | HD-092 |
| Dan Helmer D | Sponsor | HD-040 |
| Debra Gardner D | Sponsor | HD-076 |
| Destiny LeVere Bolling D | Sponsor | HD-080 |
| Joshua Thomas D | Sponsor | HD-021 |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 7)
S ·
Constitutional reading dispensed (on 2nd reading) (39-Y 0-N) ·
Feb 17, 2025
39 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Reported from Finance and Appropriations (14-Y 0-N) ·
Feb 14, 2025
14 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Reported from General Laws and Technology with substitute and rereferred to Finance and Appropriations (15-Y 0-N) ·
Feb 12, 2025
15 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Develop and implement policies for high-risk AI systems
Who: Chief Information Officer of the Commonwealth
Deadline: By July 1, 2027
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified
Who: Chief Information Officer of the Commonwealth
Deadline: By July 1, 2027
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified
Assess the impact of high-risk AI systems before implementation
Who: Public bodies deploying high-risk AI
Deadline: Before implementation of any high-risk AI system
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified
Who: Public bodies deploying high-risk AI
Deadline: Before implementation of any high-risk AI system
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance not specified
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Full Legal Analysis
HB2046 outlines specific requirements for public bodies in Virginia regarding the development, deployment, and use of high-risk artificial intelligence systems. The Chief Information Officer (CIO) is tasked with developing policies and procedures that govern these systems, ensuring they do not result in algorithmic discrimination. A work group will be convened to evaluate the impact of these requirements on local governments, facilitating compliance. The bill's provisions will take effect on July 1, 2027, giving public bodies time to adjust to the new regulations. Key definitions, such as 'high-risk artificial intelligence system' and 'algorithmic discrimination,' are clearly outlined to guide compliance efforts. This legislation aligns with similar initiatives in other states aimed at regulating AI technologies and ensuring ethical use.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View HB2046 on official legislature website →
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