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A8195 — NY, US

A8195 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently committee. New York's A8195 introduces a framework for licensing advanced AI systems and establishing an ethical code of conduct for their use [1]. AIGI tracks 2 primary-source updates on this bill; the most recent was published on 2023-10-27.

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 — the bill is currently in committee and not yet enacted.

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Full obligation matrix

ActorObligationDeadlineSource
providerComply with regulations for advanced artificial intelligence systems.Upon enactment
deployerComply with regulations for advanced artificial intelligence systems.Upon enactment
providerRegister high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems.Upon enactment
deployerRegister high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems.Upon enactment
providerObtain licenses for high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems.Upon enactment
deployerObtain licenses for high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems.Upon enactment
providerOperate high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems in accordance with related provisions.Upon enactment
deployerOperate high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems in accordance with related provisions.Upon enactment
providerAdhere to the advanced artificial intelligence ethical code of conduct.Upon enactment
deployerAdhere to the advanced artificial intelligence ethical code of conduct.Upon enactment
providerRefrain from developing or operating certain prohibited artificial intelligence systems.Upon enactment
deployerRefrain from developing or operating certain prohibited artificial intelligence systems.Upon enactment

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Enforcement risk score

25
/ 100

Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.

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Role-based compliance checklist

  • general_counsel Monitor progress of NY A8195 in the Assembly Science And Technology Committee.
  • chief_ai_officer Assess current and planned AI systems for potential classification as 'high-risk' under proposed definitions.
  • compliance_officer Begin preliminary research into state-level AI licensing frameworks and ethical codes of conduct.
  • cto Identify any AI systems currently in development or operation that may fall under potential prohibitions.

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Vendor impact assessment

Vendor risk class
high
Procurement categories
other

Vendors providing advanced AI systems to clients in New York may face significant new obligations related to licensing, registration, and adherence to an ethical code, impacting product development and deployment strategies. Prohibitions could also limit certain offerings.

Sample vendor questions

  1. How do you identify and classify your AI systems as 'high-risk'?
  2. What processes do you have in place for obtaining licenses or registrations for high-risk AI systems?
  3. Do your AI systems comply with any established AI ethical codes of conduct?
  4. Are any of your AI systems subject to prohibitions in other jurisdictions, and how do you ensure compliance?
  5. What transparency and accountability measures are built into your advanced AI offerings?

Intelligence briefs (2)

legislation in_committee 10/27/2023

NY A8195 Proposes Advanced AI Licensing and Ethical Code of Conduct

New York's A8195 introduces a framework for licensing advanced AI systems and establishing an ethical code of conduct for their use [1].

This legislation outlines a comprehensive state-level AI regulatory framework, signaling potential new obligations for AI developers and deployers operating in New York.

Deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in committee and not yet enacted.

Primary source →
legislation in_committee 10/27/2023

NY A8195: Advanced AI Licensing Bill Introduced in Assembly

New York Assembly Bill A8195, concerning advanced AI licensing, has been introduced and is currently in committee [1].

This development signals potential new regulatory burdens for advanced AI development and deployment within New York.

Deadline: No fixed deadline — conditional upon legislative enactment.

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Frequently asked questions

What is A8195?
New York Assembly Bill A8195 (2023-2024) proposes the "advanced artificial intelligence licensing act," seeking to regulate advanced AI systems within the state [1]. The bill outlines requirements for the registration and licensing of high-risk advanced artificial intelligence systems, establishes an ethical code of conduct, and includes provisions prohibiting the development and operation of certain AI systems [1]. Primary source →
Why does A8195 matter?
This legislation outlines a comprehensive state-level AI regulatory framework, signaling potential new obligations for AI developers and deployers operating in New York. Primary source →
Who does A8195 affect?
Organizations involved in the development, operation, or licensing of advanced artificial intelligence systems within New York State could be impacted. This specifically includes entities working with high-risk AI systems, which would be subject to proposed registration and licensing requirements. The scope extends to various business functions that deploy or interact with such advanced AI, including general purpose AI and foundation models. Primary source →
What are the key dates for A8195?
No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in committee and not yet enacted. Primary source →
What is the current status of A8195?
As of the last published update, A8195 is at the "committee" stage, with bill status "in committee". Primary source →
Where can I find the primary source for A8195?
The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2023/A8195. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →

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