States Regulate AI at Work, Federal Agencies Apply Laws as Lawsuits Mount

Jul 17, 2025
Fisher Phillips
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Summary

Colorado and Illinois pass laws regulating AI in workplaces, prohibiting discrimination and mandating notice, as federal agencies apply existing laws and lawsuits mount over AI hiring tools, with over 30 states forming AI committees and California and New York expected to legislate in 2025.

Key Points

  • Colorado and Illinois enact laws regulating use of AI in the workplace, prohibiting discrimination and requiring notice.
  • Over 30 states form AI committees, with California and New York expected to pass laws in 2025.
  • Federal agencies like EEOC, DOJ, and FTC issue guidance applying existing laws to AI use, while lawsuits against AI hiring tools emerge.

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