Substitute Bill No. 1484 seeks to enhance employee protections regarding electronic monitoring and the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace. The bill repeals and replaces Section 31-48d of the general statutes, introducing a comprehensive definition of "electronic monitoring" that includes data collection from third parties. It stipulates that employers can only engage in monitoring for specific purposes, such as ensuring quality and compliance, while also mandating reasonable data security practices. Key provisions prohibit employers from using monitoring to threaten employee welfare or punish lawful activities, and require prior written notice to employees about monitoring practices. Additionally, the bill addresses algorithmic discrimination, defining it as unlawful differential treatment based on protected characteristics, and revises Section 31-48b to restrict surveillance in areas designated for employee comfort.

The bill further regulates the deployment of high-risk AI systems by requiring employers to conduct impact assessments with impartial third parties before using such systems for consequential decisions affecting employees. Employers must notify employees about the use of high-risk AI systems, detailing the system's purpose, data collection practices, and the results of the impact assessment. Employees will have the right to examine and correct their personal data used in decision-making processes. The bill also establishes human oversight for AI systems, prohibits retaliation against employees who question AI-generated decisions, and mandates that state agencies' use of high-risk AI systems be authorized by law and undergo similar assessments. These provisions aim to ensure transparency, accountability, and the protection of employee rights, with an effective date set for October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Raised Bill: 31-48d
LAB Joint Favorable Substitute: 31-48d
File No. 546: 31-48d
JUD Joint Favorable: 31-48d