Connecticut Takes Aim at AI in Employment Decisions With SB 5

The legislation also extends whistleblower protections to workers at large-scale AI model developers.

Under SB 5, employers using automated tools for hiring, promotion, or other employment decisions must provide notice to affected individuals. Whistleblower protections cover employees who report violations related to algorithmic bias or safety concerns regarding AI systems.

The article characterizes the legislation as an attempt to balance innovation with worker protections in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence.