S 4239 New Jersey Senate · 2026-2027 Regular Session

Establishes Office of Algorithmic Civil Rights in DLPS to prevent discrimination in use of algorithms.

This bill creates a new Office of Algorithmic Civil Rights within New Jersey's Department of Law and Public Safety to oversee the use of automated systems by state agencies. The office will be led by a director appointed by the Attorney General and will focus on preventing discrimination in high-risk algorithms that affect areas like housing, employment, and criminal justice. Key provisions include conducting regular audits of these systems to check for bias, requiring state agencies to appoint liaisons, and mandating the development of corrective plans if discrimination is found. Additionally, the office will provide training and resources to state entities while submitting annual reports to the Governor and Legislature on its findings and recommendations.
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Introduced May 14, 2026 Last action May 14, 2026
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