The bill addresses the growing impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and automated decision systems on various aspects of life in Rhode Island and the United States. It acknowledges the need to monitor systemic changes and enforce principles, policies, and security protocols related to AI. The bill defines AI as computerized methods resembling human cognitive abilities, including machine learning and natural language processing. It also defines automated decision systems as programs or methods that assist or replace human decision-making using algorithms or AI.

The bill resolves that the Rhode Island House of Representatives requests the Department of Administration and the RI Division of Information Technology to report on the use of algorithmic decision-making within the state. This includes the progress of implementing recommendations, validation, testing, and evaluation of automated decision systems, particularly for biases. It also calls for recommendations on regulatory or legislative actions, compliance with data protection laws, and implementation timelines and costs. The bill sets a deadline of September 29, 2023, for the provision of this information to the House of Representatives and the Chair of the House Committee on Innovation, Internet, and Technology. The Secretary of State is directed to send certified copies of the resolution to relevant officials. There are no insertions or deletions indicated in the provided text.