This bill establishes regulations regarding the use of automated decision systems by employers in Iowa. It mandates that employers provide written notice to employees who will be directly affected by such systems, detailing the type of employment-related decisions impacted, the data used, and the parameters influencing the system's output. The notice must be given at least thirty days before deployment, within thirty days of hiring, or by January 1, 2027, for existing systems. Additionally, if an automated decision system is used for hiring, applicants must be informed upon application submission. The bill also outlines prohibited uses of these systems, such as violating labor laws or relying solely on automated outputs for disciplinary actions.

Furthermore, the bill grants employees the right to access their data used by automated decision systems and prohibits retaliation against employees exercising their rights under this legislation. Employers are required to anonymize personal information when providing data and must maintain an updated list of all automated decision systems in use. The enforcement of these regulations falls under the Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing, which can investigate violations and impose civil penalties. The bill also allows individuals to seek legal recourse in district court for violations, including the possibility of punitive damages and attorney fees.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 10A.202, 10A.204