HB149: Relating to regulation of the use of artificial intelligence systems in this state; providing civil penalties.
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Summary
Relating to regulation of the use of artificial intelligence systems in this state; providing civil penalties.
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This Texas bill regulates how artificial intelligence systems are developed and used in the state. It requires government agencies to disclose when consumers interact with AI systems. The bill prohibits using AI to manipulate people into harming themselves or others. It also prevents government use of AI for social scoring based on personal characteristics. The bill restricts government and private collection of biometric data like fingerprints or facial scans without consent. It is currently in the legislative process as a bill being considered by the Texas Legislature.
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Sponsors
Giovanni Capriglione
Primary SponsorCo-sponsors (11)
Angie Button
Greg Bonnen
Angelia Orr
Salman Bhojani
Cody Harris