Substitute Senate Bill No. 1484 introduces comprehensive regulations aimed at enhancing employee protections concerning electronic monitoring and the use of high-risk artificial intelligence (AI) systems in the workplace. The bill defines "electronic monitoring" and stipulates that employers can only engage in such practices for specific purposes, such as quality assurance and compliance with laws, while prohibiting the collection of sensitive personal information. Employers are required to provide prior written notice to employees about monitoring practices, including the types of data collected and its intended use. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of monitoring devices for location tracking and mandates that employers conduct third-party impact assessments for high-risk AI systems before deployment. Starting October 1, 2026, employees must be informed when AI systems are used to make consequential decisions affecting them, including the right to appeal such decisions.

The bill also emphasizes the importance of human oversight in AI systems, requiring employers to designate an internal reviewer to ensure the accuracy of employee data and compliance with impact assessments. It protects employees from retaliation for refusing to follow AI-generated decisions that may lead to algorithmic discrimination. Furthermore, state agencies are restricted from using high-risk AI systems in public assistance functions unless specifically authorized by law, and any procurement of such systems must be accompanied by an impact assessment. The bill amends existing labor laws to include the use of AI systems in collective bargaining discussions, thereby enhancing employee rights and protections in the evolving landscape of workplace technology. The effective date for these provisions is set for October 1, 2025.

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