AI Regulation ReferenceNYC Local Law 144 (Automated Employment Decision Tools)
Obligations Covered
Provisions (2)
AEDT Bias Audit Requirement #
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Bias audit | Employers must conduct independent bias audit of AEDT no more than one year before use |
| Audit publication | Results of most recent bias audit must be publicly available on employer's website |
| Audit methodology | Audit must calculate selection or scoring rates and impact ratios across sex, race/ethnicity, and intersectional categories |
Penalties
| Violation | Fine |
|---|---|
| First violation | $500 |
| Subsequent (same violation) | $500–$1,500 per violation |
AEDT Candidate Notice #
Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Candidate notification | Notify candidates/employees at least 10 business days before AEDT use |
| Disclosure of qualifications | Disclose job qualifications and characteristics the AEDT will assess |
| Data retention notice | Inform candidates of data collected and retention policy |
| Alternative process | Allow candidates to request alternative selection process or accommodation |
Penalties
| Violation | Fine |
|---|---|
| First violation | $500 |
| Subsequent (same violation) | $500–$1,500 per violation |