NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law
Local Law 144
Regulatory Snapshot: NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law
NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law (Local Law 144) is an enacted law in New York under the AI Regulation category. It was enacted on 2021-12-11 and becomes effective on 2023-07-05. New York currently reports 8 tracked regulations with 7 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 62/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch last verified this entry on 2026-03-18.
Nationally, 10 states have enacted ai regulation statutes and 0 additional bills remain pending — 6 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places New York within a still-emerging ai regulation landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in Local Law 144 itself.
Applicability under NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law: NYC employers/agencies using AEDTs for hiring/promotion. Penalty exposure is documented as: $500-$1,500/violation. Notable exemptions: Tools not substantially assisting discretionary decisions..
Summary
First US law requiring AI bias audits in hiring.
Key Requirements
Annual independent bias audit. Public audit summary. 10-day candidate notice. Alternative process option.
Penalties
$500-$1,500/violation.
Applicability
NYC employers/agencies using AEDTs for hiring/promotion.
Exemptions
Tools not substantially assisting discretionary decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have ai regulation regulations?
As of the last verification, 6 states have enacted ai regulation regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. New York is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all ai regulation regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law enacted?
NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law was enacted on 2021-12-11 and became effective on 2023-07-05. It was introduced as Local Law 144.
What are the penalties for violating NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law?
$500-$1,500/violation. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law apply to small businesses?
NYC employers/agencies using AEDTs for hiring/promotion. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does New York compare to other states on ai regulation?
New York has a regulatory strictness score of 62/100, based on 7 enacted regulations out of 8 tracked. Nationally, 6 states have enacted ai regulation laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law?
The official text of NYC Automated Employment Decision Tools Law (Local Law 144) is available from the New York legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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