Policy Details

AB302 – Department of Technology: High-Risk Automated Decision Systems: Inventory

Date Passed

10/13/2023

Effective Date

1/1/2024

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.

Impact Level

Medium

Keywords

Transparency & Governance

Stakeholders

Payers & Purchasers; Regulators & Government