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This bill enacts the New York Artificial Intelligence Consumer Protection Act, which aims to prevent algorithmic discrimination by establishing comprehensive requirements for developers and deployers of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. The bill defines key terms such as "algorithmic discrimination" as any differential treatment that disfavors individuals based on protected characteristics like age, race, disability, and others. It mandates that developers of high-risk AI systems create detailed technical documentation, including information about training processes, intended uses, and potential risks. Deployers must implement risk management policies, conduct regular impact assessments, and disclose to consumers when AI is being used to make consequential decisions about them, such as in employment, housing, or financial services. Beginning January 1, 2027, developers and deployers must take reasonable care to prevent algorithmic discrimination, with the New York Attorney General having exclusive enforcement authority. The bill includes numerous exemptions for specific contexts like scientific research, federal government activities, and certain regulated industries, and provides a mechanism for entities to cure violations discovered through internal testing. Notably, the bill does not create a private right of action, meaning only the Attorney General can bring enforcement actions, and it emphasizes transparency, risk mitigation, and consumer protection in AI systems.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1962