NYC Local Law 144 — AI Hiring Tools
New York City, USA
In Effect
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Overview
| Jurisdiction | New York City, USA |
|---|---|
| Status | In Effect |
| Signed Date | Dec 11, 2021 |
| Effective Date | Jul 5, 2023 |
| Enforcement Body | NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) |
| Affected Entities | Employers and employment agencies using AI tools in NYC hiring decisions |
Scope
Regulates automated employment decision tools (AEDTs) used in NYC. Requires annual independent bias audits and transparency to job candidates.
Key Requirements
- Annual independent bias audit of AI hiring tools
- Public summary of audit results
- Advance notice to candidates of AI tool use
- Disclosure of job qualifications used by the AI tool
- Retention of audit documentation
Penalties
Civil penalties: $500 for first violation, $1,500+ for subsequent violations per day.