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Protecting Workers in the Age of AI Act Introduced Re-ref Com On Appropriations/Base Budget · May 5, 2026
In plain language Establishes protections for workers affected by employers' use of artificial intelligence, including automated decision-making and workplace monitoring tools. Sets requirements intended to safeguard employees from adverse AI-driven employment practices.
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Legislative history 5 actions · newest first May 5, 2026 Senate Re-ref Com On Appropriations/Base Budget May 5, 2026 Senate Withdrawn From Com May 4, 2026 Senate Ref To Com On Rules and Operations of the Senate May 4, 2026 Senate Passed 1st Reading Apr 30, 2026 Senate Filed
Progress Introduced Apr 30, 2026 Filed in a chamber; hasn't passed it yet. Engrossed (not reached) Passed the chamber where it was introduced. Enrolled (not reached) Passed both chambers in the same form and sent to the governor or president. Enacted (not reached) Became law: signed, allowed to take effect without a signature, or passed over a veto.
Sponsors Sen. Sydney Batch (D) Prime sponsor
Sen. Michael Garrett (D), Sen. Caleb Theodros (D), Sen. Natalie Murdock (D), Sen. DeAndrea Salvador (D), Sen. Kandie Smith (D), Sen. Joyce Waddell (D)
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