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A8295 — NY, US
A8295 is an AI governance legislation from NY, currently introduced. This bill introduces requirements for New York government agencies to assess and disclose automated decision-making tools [1]. AIGI tracks 1 primary-source update on this bill; the most recent was published on 2025-05-12.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Bill status
- Assembly Floor Calendar
- Authority / governing body
- New York State Assembly
- Chamber
- Assembly
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — status is 'Assembly Floor Calendar'.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| agency | Conduct impact assessments for automated decision-making tools. | — | — |
| agency | Disclose automated decision-making tools utilized. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Announced regulation; enforcement footprint still forming.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- compliance_officer Establish procedures for conducting impact assessments for automated decision-making tools.
- general_counsel Review and approve impact assessment methodologies and disclosure policies.
- chief_ai_officer Identify and inventory all automated decision-making tools currently in use or planned for use.
- board_director Oversee the agency's implementation of automated decision-making impact assessments and disclosure requirements.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- government, other
Government agencies procuring AI tools will need to ensure vendors can provide necessary data and transparency features to meet impact assessment and disclosure requirements.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your tool require data relevant for impact assessments?
- Can your tool's decisions be explained or audited?
- What data does your tool collect and process for decision-making?
- How does your tool mitigate bias in its outputs?
Intelligence briefs (1)
NY A8295 Proposes Government AI Impact Assessments & Disclosure
This bill introduces requirements for New York government agencies to assess and disclose automated decision-making tools [1].
This bill signals a legislative trajectory toward enhanced transparency and accountability for AI systems within government operations in New York State.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — status is 'Assembly Floor Calendar'.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is A8295?
- New York Assembly Bill A8295, introduced for the 2025-2026 session, proposes regulations for automated decision-making tools used by government agencies. The bill mandates that agencies conduct impact assessments for these tools [1] and requires the disclosure of all utilized automated decision-making tools [2]. This legislative effort aims to establish a framework for oversight of AI systems within state government operations. Primary source →
- Why does A8295 matter?
- This bill signals a legislative trajectory toward enhanced transparency and accountability for AI systems within government operations in New York State. Primary source →
- Who does A8295 affect?
- This legislative proposal primarily impacts New York State government agencies utilizing or planning to utilize automated decision-making tools. Organizations that develop or provide AI systems to these government entities may also observe changes in procurement requirements, particularly regarding documentation for impact assessments and disclosure protocols. The scope covers various government functions where AI might inform decisions, such as public services, resource allocation, and administrative processes. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for A8295?
- No fixed deadline — status is 'Assembly Floor Calendar'. Primary source →
- What is the current status of A8295?
- As of the last published update, A8295 is at the "introduced" stage, with bill status "Assembly Floor Calendar". Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for A8295?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://legislation.nysenate.gov/bills/2025/A8295. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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