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This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for the use of artificial intelligence (AI) systems in New Mexico, focusing on preventing algorithmic discrimination and ensuring transparency. The legislation defines key terms like "high-risk artificial intelligence system" and "consequential decision," and imposes significant obligations on AI developers and deployers. Developers must disclose detailed information about their AI systems, including potential risks, data sources, and bias mitigation efforts, and must post public summaries of their AI technologies. Deployers are required to create risk management policies, conduct annual impact assessments, and provide direct notices to consumers when AI systems are used to make significant decisions affecting them. The bill mandates that consumers be informed when they are interacting with an AI system and given opportunities to understand and appeal adverse decisions. The New Mexico State Department of Justice will have enforcement authority, with the ability to investigate potential violations, and consumers can bring civil actions for injunctive relief. The law includes numerous exemptions for specific use cases, such as federal applications, scientific research, and certain security and testing scenarios. Notably, the bill becomes effective on July 1, 2026, with the Department of Justice required to develop implementing rules by January 1, 2027, signaling a thoughtful, measured approach to regulating AI technologies.

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