Bill > HB3592

This bill establishes the Senator Aaron Woods Commission on Artificial Intelligence within the Department of Justice, creating a comprehensive body to monitor and analyze AI technologies in Oregon. The commission will have 14 voting members and 4 nonvoting members appointed by the Senate President, House Speaker, and Governor, representing diverse stakeholders including businesses, workers, educators, technologists, and community advocates. The commission's primary responsibilities include conducting in-depth reviews of AI's policy implications, examining potential risks and benefits across various sectors, identifying ethical concerns, and reviewing impacts on privacy, civil rights, workforce, and education. The bill requires the commission to submit an annual report to the Legislative Assembly with potential recommendations for legislation, regulations, or policies. Additionally, the Attorney General will hire a Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer to assist the commission, provide policy support, and help coordinate its activities. The commission is tasked with exploring complex issues such as algorithmic bias, discrimination risks, educational opportunities, and potential economic impacts of AI technologies. The bill also allows the Department of Justice to charge state or local agencies for services related to artificial intelligence systems, and provides initial funding to support the commission's establishment and operations.

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https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB3592