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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/14/2026
03/14/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Regular Session
Bill Summary
Employment decisions; automated decision systems; civil penalty. Provides that the Director of the Department of Human Resource Management shall require any state agency that uses an automated decision system as a substantial factor in any employment decision, as those terms are defined in the bill, to (i) ensure that such system and the use of such system complies with federal and state law, (ii) make certain disclosures, (iii) provide an opt-out mechanism, (iv) annually test such system, (v) ensure data security, and (vi) train agency staff on such system. The bill requires the Department and local government employers to establish and publicize a process for applicants for employment and employees to file concerns and complaints regarding the use of automated decision systems in such employment decisions and a process for the investigation and resolution of any such concerns and complaints. The bill also provides that no final employment decision shall be made by an employer without the involvement of a human decision maker, and no employer shall solely use any recommendation or prediction from an automated decision system to make a final employment decision. The bill subjects violating employers to civil penalties.
AI Summary
This bill requires state agencies and local government employers that use automated decision systems, which are computational processes that use artificial intelligence or machine learning to assist in employment decisions like hiring or promotions, to implement several safeguards. These include ensuring the systems comply with federal and state laws, disclosing their use and how they function, providing an option for individuals to opt out, and annually testing them for "algorithmic discrimination," which means the system unfairly disadvantages individuals based on protected characteristics. Additionally, employers must ensure data security, train staff on the systems, and establish a clear process for employees and applicants to report concerns. Crucially, no final employment decision can be made solely by an automated system; a human decision-maker must be involved. Employers who violate these provisions will face civil penalties.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice, Labor and Employment
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Left in Committee Appropriations (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1514 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1514) | https://lis.blob.core.windows.net/files/1129607.PDF |
| BillText | https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB1514/text/HB1514 |
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