Bill

A 1342

Requires the collection of oaths of responsible use from users of certain generative or surveillance advanced artificial intelligence systems

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jake Blumencranz and 3 co-sponsors

Requires providers to collect oaths of responsible use from users of certain generative and surveillance AI, binding users to lawful, privacy-aware, and safe use.

REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION

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Bill Summary · A 1342

Summary of Bill A 1342

Overview

Bill A 1342, titled “Requires the collection of oaths of responsible use from users of certain generative or surveillance advanced artificial intelligence systems,” is currently REFERRED TO CONSUMER AFFAIRS AND PROTECTION. The bill was introduced on January 9, 2025. Legislative actions listed show an initial referral to the Consumer Affairs and Protection committee on the same date (duplicative entry in the record).

Purpose and intent

The bill aims to enhance consumer protection and accountability by requiring users of certain advanced AI systems—specifically generative AI and systems used for surveillance—to sign or otherwise provide an oath of responsible use. The intent is to promote ethical, lawful, and safety-conscious use of these technologies by ensuring users publicly commit to responsible practices.

Key provisions (as described by title and summary)

Requirement to collect oaths of responsible use from users.
Scope likely includes: users of certain generative AI systems and generative/surveillance AI platforms or tools.
The oath is intended to bind users to responsible use standards (e.g., legality, privacy considerations, avoidance of harm). Exact language, definitions, and enforcement mechanisms would be defined in the bill text.
The measure places a regulatory obligation on entities that provide access to or host these AI systems to collect and presumably verify oaths from users.

Note: The provided information does not include the full text, definitions, enforcement details, penalties, verification processes, or implementation timelines. Some provisions typically found in such bills (definitions of “generative AI” and “surveillance AI,” who must collect oaths, and consequences for non-compliance) are not specified in the summary.

Affected parties

Users of selected generative or surveillance AI systems.
Entities that supply, operate, or host access to those AI systems (platforms, providers, or intermediaries) that would be charged with collecting oaths.
Potentially regulatory or consumer protection agencies responsible for enforcement and oversight.

Procedural and timeline aspects

Introduced: January 9, 2025.
Status: Referred to the Consumer Affairs and Protection committee.
Legislative actions recorded: 2025-01-09 referral (listed twice in the provided record; both indicate referral to the same committee).

Potential impact and considerations

Public safety and privacy: Oath collection could deter misuse and promote responsible use but may raise questions about privacy, verification, and the scope of “responsible use.”
Compliance costs: Providers and users may incur administrative costs to collect, store, and verify oaths.
Definitions and enforcement: Critical details (definitions of applicable AI systems, what constitutes a valid oath, penalties for breaches, and remedies) will shape effectiveness and potential burden.
Equity and accessibility: How oaths are obtained (e.g., presented at sign-up) and language accessibility could affect user experience and inclusivity.

Next steps

Await full text to assess precise definitions, exemptions, enforcement mechanisms, penalties, and implementation timeline.
Monitor committee hearings and any amendments that clarify scope, duties, and remedies.

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