Senator Markey Introduces AI Civil Rights Act Aimed at Regulating Algorithmic Decision-Making and Reducing Bias

Senator Markey Introduces AI Civil Rights Act Aimed at Regulating Algorithmic Decision-Making and Reducing Bias

Senator Edward Markey (D-MA) introduced the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Civil Rights Act (S.5152) to address the growing concerns around AI bias and its impact on civil rights. The bill aims to implement strict safeguards on the use of algorithms in critical decision-making processes, including employment, banking, healthcare, and the criminal justice system. It mandates that companies conduct independent evaluations of… (Colocho, September 25, 2024) #Health Equity, #Health Information Technology, #Prevention