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A5216 — NY, US
A5216 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently committee. This bill introduces requirements for New York state units to purchase AI systems that meet specified responsible AI standards [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2025-02-12.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- committee
- Bill status
- In Assembly Committee
- Authority / governing body
- New York State Senate
- Chamber
- Assembly
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — status is 'In Assembly Committee'
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| state_units | Purchase products or services containing algorithmic decision systems that adhere to responsible artificial intelligence standards. | — | — |
| commissioner_of_taxation_and_finance | Adopt regulations specifying the content of responsible artificial intelligence standards. | — | — |
| all | Ensure algorithmic decision systems do not perform unlawful discriminatory practices. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- compliance_officer Monitor legislative progress of A5216 in the NY Assembly.
- general_counsel Analyze proposed responsible AI standards and their impact on state procurement.
- product_manager Assess current and planned algorithmic decision systems for adherence to potential responsible AI standards for state sales.
- chief_ai_officer Prepare internal policies and technical adjustments to align with new responsible AI procurement requirements.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- other
Vendors supplying products or services containing algorithmic decision systems to New York state units will need to demonstrate adherence to forthcoming responsible AI standards and ensure their systems do not engage in discriminatory practices. This will require potential adjustments to product design, development, and internal compliance frameworks.
Sample vendor questions
- How does your algorithmic decision system currently adhere to responsible AI principles?
- What processes are in place to prevent and mitigate discriminatory outcomes from your AI systems?
- How do you ensure transparency and explainability in your algorithmic decision systems?
- What data governance practices do you employ for AI training and deployment?
- Are your AI systems subject to independent audits or evaluations for bias and performance?
Intelligence briefs (1)
NY A5216: State Procurement of AI Systems Subject to Responsible AI Standards
This bill introduces requirements for New York state units to purchase AI systems that meet specified responsible AI standards [1].
This development signals an emerging trend in state-level public procurement obligations for algorithmic systems, emphasizing responsible AI governance.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — status is 'In Assembly Committee'
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is A5216?
- New York Bill A5216, introduced in the 2025-2026 session, mandates that state units procure products or services containing algorithmic decision systems only if they adhere to responsible artificial intelligence standards [1]. The bill further stipulates the content of these standards, directs the commissioner of taxation and finance to adopt related regulations, and broadens the definition of unlawful discriminatory practice to encompass acts performed via algorithmic systems [2]. Primary source →
- Why does A5216 matter?
- This development signals an emerging trend in state-level public procurement obligations for algorithmic systems, emphasizing responsible AI governance. Primary source →
- Who does A5216 affect?
- This proposed legislation directly impacts New York state units responsible for procuring technology products and services that incorporate algorithmic decision systems. It also affects technology vendors and developers whose products are, or include, AI systems, particularly those aiming to contract with New York state agencies. The provisions related to unlawful discriminatory practices could broaden the scope of existing civil rights protections within the state, potentially influencing how all organizations within New York deploy AI systems for decision-making. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for A5216?
- No fixed deadline — status is 'In Assembly Committee' Primary source →
- What is the current status of A5216?
- As of the last published update, A5216 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "In Assembly Committee". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for A5216?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2025/A5216. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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