Bill > LD872

This bill requires the Office of Information Technology (OIT) within Maine's Department of Administrative and Financial Services to create and maintain a list of approved artificial intelligence (AI) software that state agencies, administrators, agents, employees, and subcontractors can use. The bill prohibits purchasing or using AI software unless it meets two key criteria: first, the software must provide transparent and explicable decision-making that allows the state to maintain full control and comply with constitutional and legal requirements; and second, the software must guarantee that residents affected by AI-assisted state decisions have an accessible and affordable way to understand, review, and appeal those decisions. Additionally, the bill requires the OIT to collaborate with various government and private entities to stay current on AI advancements, with the goal of ensuring AI can help the state effectively fulfill governmental obligations, protect constitutional rights, and promote economic, cultural, and environmental well-being. The Chief Information Officer is tasked with establishing specific ethical, legal, and safety standards for AI software through administrative rules, thereby creating a comprehensive framework for responsible AI use by the state.

Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=872&snum=132