The current laws governing AI in hiring—and the 5 states enforcing them
As artificial intelligence systems continue to grow in capability and accessibility, successive studies have signaled interest among architects in integrating AI systems into their workflows.
Across the economy, one of the most prevalent integrations of AI in business is in recruitment. According to the University of Southern California, 55% of companies are investing in automated recruiting measures that use AI. While proponents argue that using AI in hiring can reduce administrative work and speed up candidate screening, skeptics argue that the practice can introduce biased audits and reduce transparency.
Recognizing the growth of AI-assisted hiring, several US states have begun implementing laws that govern the use of AI in recruitment. Below, we have listed the details of laws in five states, either recently enacted or soon to go into effect. In addition to the legislation listed below, several other states are currently considering the adoption of AI laws that encompass employm...