Bill > S00933

This bill establishes a new position of Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO) within the state government, tasked with developing comprehensive AI policies and governance across all state agencies. The CAIO will be appointed by the governor and will have broad responsibilities including creating statewide guidelines for AI use, developing risk management plans, coordinating AI activities across state departments, and ensuring AI tools are developed and deployed responsibly. The bill provides a detailed definition of artificial intelligence and automated decision-making systems, excluding basic software tools, and requires the CAIO to create policies that protect individual rights, prevent discrimination, and mitigate potential risks. Additionally, the bill creates an advisory committee composed of representatives from various state agencies and appointed officials who will provide guidance to the CAIO on AI best practices, policy development, workforce implications, and potential strategies for AI implementation. The CAIO will be required to submit an annual public report to the state legislature detailing progress, findings, and recommendations regarding AI use in government agencies, with provisions for redacting sensitive information. The goal is to proactively manage the development and deployment of AI technologies in a manner that balances innovation with ethical considerations and public safety.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S933