An Act establishing a commission on automated decision-making by government in the Commonwealth

This bill creates a new commission within the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security to study how Massachusetts government agencies use automated decision-making systems. The commission will conduct a comprehensive survey of these systems to evaluate their transparency, fairness, and impact on individual rights, with a specific focus on how they handle data related to protected characteristics like race, age, and disability. Its primary task is to investigate current practices regarding system procurement, testing, and training, then provide recommendations to the legislature on appropriate regulations and safeguards. By examining the structure and operation of these computer programs, the commission aims to ensure that government decisions made by algorithms are auditable and accountable to the public.