New Jersey AI in Hiring Notification Act

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Overview

Requires employers to notify job candidates when AI or automated tools are used to screen or evaluate their application.

This is an AI-specific state law.

Who this applies to

This regulation applies to companies that use or deploy AI tools and systems built by other vendors. If your company uses AI-powered products in the areas listed below, this regulation may apply to you.

AI categories covered

  • Employment and hiring

Specific AI use cases:

  • Resume screening and ranking
  • Candidate assessment and scoring
  • Video interview analysis

What this requires you to do

  • Transparency notice required

    Provide transparency notices. Inform affected individuals that AI is being used and how it influences decisions.

  • Consent required

    Obtain consent. Get explicit permission from individuals before collecting or using their data with AI.

Enforcement and penalties

Enforced by New Jersey Division on Civil Rights.

Source

Read the full text

https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/A4909

Always verify current language and amendments at the official source.

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