Issued2024-04-29

Plan for Promoting Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Automated and Algorithmic Systems by State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial Governments in Public Benefit Administration

Action PlanSector

Summary

HHS plan, required by Executive Order 14110, that sets out principles and recommended practices for state, local, tribal, and territorial governments using AI and other automated systems in the administration of HHS-funded public benefit programs.

Healthcare Implications

Encourages agencies administering Medicaid, CHIP, and other health-related benefits to assess and mitigate risks when using AI-driven eligibility and case-management tools, including monitoring for discriminatory impacts, ensuring human review and clear appeals processes, and aligning with frameworks like the NIST AI RMF and OMB AI governance memos.

Impact Level

Medium

Keywords

Safety & Risk; Equity & Bias; Transparency & Governance; Privacy & Data

Stakeholders

Regulators & Government; Patients & Public; Payers & Purchasers