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SB 293

An Act providing for a report on artificial intelligence in the workforce; and imposing duties on the Department of Labor and Industry and Department of Community and Economic Development.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Brown and 11 co-sponsors

Pennsylvania requires labor and economic development departments to jointly report on AI's workforce impacts and provide policy recommendations.

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Bill Summary · SB 293

Legislative bill overview

SB 293 requires Pennsylvania's Department of Labor and Industry and Department of Community and Economic Development to jointly produce a comprehensive report on artificial intelligence's impact on the state's workforce. The bill mandates analysis of current and projected AI adoption across industries, effects on employment and worker skills, and recommendations for workforce development and policy responses.

Why is this important

As AI rapidly integrates into workplaces, workers face uncertainty about job displacement, skill requirements, and retraining needs. This report would provide Pennsylvania policymakers with data-driven evidence to inform decisions about education programs, worker protections, and economic development strategies before widespread disruption occurs.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope and timeline ambiguity: The bill doesn't specify what the report must contain, deadlines for completion, or funding allocated, potentially resulting in a limited or delayed analysis
  • Reactive versus proactive policy: Critics may argue a report alone doesn't address urgent worker concerns; others may view it as prudent planning before enacting restrictive AI regulations
  • Industry cooperation: The report's accuracy depends on voluntary data-sharing from private companies, which may withhold competitive information or underestimate AI workforce impacts

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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