Compliance Stuff

The latest BIPA target serves as both a reminder and a warning shot that AI notetaker apps and other listening tools could run afoul of the state’s strict privacy law. A recent proposed class action filed on December 18 alleges a popular AI notetaker vendor violated the Illinois Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) when it allegedly collected and stored voiceprints during a virtual meeting without proper notice, consent, or a compliant data retention policy. While the case targets the AI vendor, the allegations carry important lessons for Illinois employers and any multistate employer with Illinois employees in the room during a virtual meeting . Here’s a recap of what’s going on and six practical steps you can take to minimize your chances of facing legal liability. What Happened: Familiar Workplace Scenario Turns Into Lawsuit The facts  alleged in the complaint  may sound uncomfortably familiar to many employers. An Illinois resident joined a routine virtual meeting. Sh...

A Texas lawmaker recently introduced a potentially groundbreaking bill that could force Texas employers to comply with the nation’s most comprehensive state-level AI standards. Introduced by Rep. Giovanni Capriglione (R) on December 23, the Texas Responsible AI Governance Act (TRAIGA) takes a risk-based approach to AI regulation similar to European-style regulatory schemes, with significant implications for employers across industries. Here’s five things businesses need to know and what you might expect in the future – for Texas employers and for businesses across the country. 1. High-Risk AI Systems Targeted for Oversight T RAIGA (officially HB 1709,  which you can read here ) classifies AI systems by their potential impact on “consequential decisions,” such as employment, housing, healthcare, and education . According to the bill, “consequential decisions” are defined as those that materially affect an individual’s access to or conditions of these essential services, including hi...