Massachusetts HD 396 (2025-2026)

Establishes AI accountability and consumer protection laws in Massachusetts. Requires developers to mitigate algorithmic discrimination risks and disclose them. Mandates deployers implement risk management for high-risk AI. Enforces corporate AI disclosure and consumer notification. Grants authority to Attorney General for enforcement.

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17 JAN 2025 · Working Paper

Massachusetts House Docket 4053 (2025)

Establishes consumer protections against AI-induced discrimination. Requires developers and deployers of high-risk AI systems to document, assess, and mitigate algorithmic discrimination risks, and mandates notification to consumers about AI-influenced decisions.

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25 JUL 2024 · Law / Act

Massachusetts House Bill 4885

Establishes a special legislative commission to investigate emerging firearm technologies, including the risks and impacts of using digital firearm manufacturing code for machine learning and AI. Requires a report with findings and recommendations by March 1, 2025.

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28 MAR 2024 · Law / Act

An Act preventing a dystopian work environment.

Mandates that Massachusetts employers inform workers of the use of automated decision systems, requires impact assessments on such systems, and sets conditions under which they can be used.

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29 JUN 2023 · Law / Act

An Act regulating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in providing mental health services.

Requires licensed mental health professionals seeking to offer AI-assisted mental health services to obtain approval from a licensing board, inform patients about AI use, and obtain patient consent; requires AI systems delivering mental health services to prioritize patient safety and well-being. Imposes disciplinary action by a licensing board for violations.

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18 MAY 2023 · Standard / Framework

City of Boston Interim Guidelines for Using Generative AI

Provides interim guidelines for City of Boston agencies (excluding Boston Public Schools) on using generative AI. Instructs fact-checking AI-generated content, transparency about AI's use, and avoiding sensitive data in prompts. Encourages experimentation and outlines responsible use principles for empowerment, inclusion, transparency, privacy, security, and public service.

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20 JAN 2023 · Law / Act

Massachusetts Bill S. 31

Regulate generative AI models to protect safety, privacy, and IP rights. Define models as those with ≥1 billion parameters. Prohibit discriminatory AI use. Mandate AI text watermarks/authentication. Require data security, informed consent, and timely data deletion. Conduct regular risk assessments. Mandate registration with the attorney general, detailing practices. Authorize attorney general to enforce compliance.

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19 JAN 2023 · Law / Act

Massachusetts Bill H.64

Establishes a commission to study and recommend on ADS use in Massachusetts. Requires surveying ADS uses, consulting experts, and examining research and risks. Compels meetings and public hearings. Mandates annual reports to the governor and legislature.

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14 JAN 2021 · Law / Act

Massachusetts (2020) House Bill 5250, Section 92

Establishes a commission to study AI and automation's workforce impact, ensuring sustainable jobs and benefits. Directs development of policies and practices to support workers and a robust economy. Requires reporting on recommendations and legislation for future workforce challenges.

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