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Introduced
02/18/2025
02/18/2025
In Committee
02/26/2025
02/26/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2025
03/28/2025
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Amend KRS 42.722 to define terms relating to artificial intelligence; amend KRS 42.726 to require the Commonwealth Office of Technology to establish and implement policy standards for the use of artificial intelligence; create a new section of KRS 42.720 to 42.742to create the Artificial Intelligence Governance Committee; task the committee with the establishment of responsible, ethical, and transparent procedures for the allowable use, development, and approval of artificial intelligence for any department, program, cabinet, agency, and administrative body that uses and accesses the Commonwealth's information technology and technology infrastructure; require public disclosure of any use of artificial intelligence; provide employee education and training; prioritize personal privacy and protection of the data of individuals and businesses; require the Commonwealth Office of Technology to promulgate administrative regulations; amend KRS 117.001 to define "electioneering communication," "information content provider," "interactive computer service," "sponsor," and "synthetic media"; create a new section of KRS Chapter 117 to establish a cause of action for the use of synthetic media in an electioneering communication; establish an affirmative defense that the electioneering communication includes a conspicuous disclosure; provide that the sponsor of the electioneering communication may be held liable, but the medium and its advertising sales representative are not liable, except in certain circumstances; EMERGENCY.
AI Summary
This bill establishes comprehensive regulations for artificial intelligence (AI) use in Kentucky state government, focusing on governance, ethics, transparency, and privacy protection. The bill creates an Artificial Intelligence Governance Committee within the Commonwealth Office of Technology to develop policy standards, establish technology guidelines, and maintain a centralized registry of AI systems. The committee will require departments to verify AI use, ensure human validation, and prohibit unexplainable AI in decision-making processes. State agencies must prioritize personal privacy, allow only necessary data usage, and secure all data. The bill mandates a detailed approval process for both internal and external AI systems, requiring agencies to demonstrate that AI is the best solution and provide a clear statement of intent. Agencies must publicly disclose AI use, especially for decisions affecting citizens, and provide appeal options. The bill also introduces regulations for synthetic media in electioneering communications, allowing legal action against sponsors who use manipulated media without clear disclosure. Notably, the bill requires annual reporting to legislative committees, employee training about AI benefits and risks, and ongoing policy updates to maintain compliance with evolving technology standards. The legislation takes effect immediately upon passage, reflecting the urgency of responsible AI governance.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
to State Government (H) (on 02/26/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb672.html |
| BillText | https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/recorddocuments/bill/25RS/hb672/orig_bill.pdf |
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