HR 6580 · 117th Congress · Commerce

Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2022

Introduced 2022-02-03· Sponsored by Rep. Clarke, Yvette D. [D-NY-9]· House

Bill Progress

Introduced
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Committee
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House Vote
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Senate
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Enacted
Latest: Referred to the Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce.(2022-02-04)

Plain Language Summary

[AI summary unavailable — showing source text] Algorithmic Accountability Act of 2022 This bill requires certain businesses that use automated decision systems to make critical decisions to study and report about the impact of those systems on consumers. Critical decisions include those that have a significant effect on a consumer's life such as the cost or availability of health care, housing, educational opportunities, or financial services. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), in consultation with relevant stakeholders, must issue regulations to implement the bill. The bill provides for enforcement by the FTC and specified state officials. Further, the bill establishes a Bureau of Technology to advise the FTC about the technological aspects of its functions.…

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Cosponsors (20)

20 Democrats