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New York City AI compliance

AI laws that apply in New York City (2026)

Annual independent bias audit + 10-day candidate notice + public summary.

1 law trackedMax penalty: $1,500Enforced by NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection

Use cases that trigger obligations

Use caseTriggered lawsHeadline obligations
AI in hiring—bias audit · candidate notice · impact assessment · appeal right

Active laws

NYC Local Law 144 — Automated Employment Decision Tools
Effective ongoing · New York City employers
Penalties: $500 – $1,500 per violation

Effective-date timeline

  1. ongoing
    NYC Local Law 144 — Automated Employment Decision Tools
    NYC Local Law 144 of 2021

Regulator contacts

NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection

Frequently asked questions about New York City AI compliance

Does New York City have an AI-specific law?

Yes — we track 1 active or pending AI law affecting New York City: NYC Local Law 144 — Automated Employment Decision Tools.

Who enforces AI law in New York City?

NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is the primary enforcement body. Civil penalty bands vary per statute.

What use cases trigger the most obligations in New York City?

AI in hiring (1)

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