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A6180 — NY, US
A6180 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently committee. The proposed bill excludes certain AI- or autonomous vehicle-enabled film productions from qualifying for state tax credits [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2025-02-26.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- committee
- Bill status
- in committee
- Authority / governing body
- New York State Senate
- Chamber
- Assembly
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee review.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployer | Ensure that the use of artificial intelligence or autonomous vehicles does not result in the displacement of employees whose salaries are qualified expenses, in order to remain eligible for the Empire State Film Production Credit. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- ceo Evaluate the strategic implications of A6180 on film production investments and hiring practices in New York.
- hr_director Review current and projected workforce plans to identify potential employee displacement risks associated with AI/AV adoption in productions.
- finance Assess the potential financial impact of losing Empire State Film Production Credit eligibility if productions use AI/AV leading to job displacement.
- general_counsel Monitor the legislative progress of A6180 and advise on compliance strategies for future film productions.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- medium
- Procurement categories
- other
Vendors offering AI or autonomous vehicle solutions to the film industry may need to demonstrate how their technologies can be deployed without causing employee displacement, or risk impacting their clients' eligibility for state tax credits.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your AI/AV technology have features that can be configured to minimize employee displacement?
- Can your technology track and report on its impact on workforce size and composition?
- What measures do you recommend to ensure our use of your AI/AV tools does not jeopardize our eligibility for tax incentives like the Empire State Film Production Credit?
Intelligence briefs (1)
NY A6180: AI/AV Use and Film Production Credit Eligibility
The proposed bill excludes certain AI- or autonomous vehicle-enabled film productions from qualifying for state tax credits [1].
This initiative signals legislative intent to address AI's impact on workforce displacement within specific industries via economic incentives.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — currently in committee review.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is A6180?
- New York Bill A6180 (2025-2026) proposes to modify eligibility for the Empire State film production credit. The bill specifically excludes productions that utilize artificial intelligence or autonomous vehicles in a way that results in the displacement of employees whose salaries are qualified expenses [1]. This legislative effort is currently under review by the Assembly Ways and Means Committee. Primary source →
- Why does A6180 matter?
- This initiative signals legislative intent to address AI's impact on workforce displacement within specific industries via economic incentives. Primary source →
- Who does A6180 affect?
- Film and television production companies operating in New York State that seek to claim the Empire State film production credit are within scope. Organizations deploying AI systems or autonomous vehicles in production processes that could lead to employee displacement may need to assess potential financial impacts. This extends to entities involved in AI tools for content generation, visual effects, or automated production logistics. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for A6180?
- No fixed deadline — currently in committee review. Primary source →
- What is the current status of A6180?
- As of the last published update, A6180 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "in committee". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for A6180?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2025/A6180. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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