Summary
Directs the California Department of Technology to conduct and publish an inventory of high‑risk automated decision systems used, developed, or procured by state agencies; defines ADS and requires risk‑management policies and ongoing reporting.
Healthcare Implications
Covers Automated Decision System deployed by state health entities (e.g., Medi‑Cal eligibility, program integrity, triage), increasing transparency into government AI that affects access to care and benefits. Encourages bias testing and accountability measures that health providers and advocacy groups can monitor. May influence procurement standards for AI tools interfacing with public health and human services programs.
Operational Implications
- Department of Technology must conduct comprehensive inventory of all high-risk ADM systems used/proposed by state agencies (decisions, alternatives, efficacy research, data categories, mitigation measures); annual report to Legislature. 'High-risk' defined to include healthcare decisions.