Texas SB2473 regulates the use of automated employment decision tools by state agencies to assess job applicants.

SB2473 amends Chapter 656 of the Texas Government Code to include provisions on the use of automated employment decision tools by state agencies. It mandates that state agencies must notify applicants if such tools are used and provide details on how the tool assesses fitness for the position. The bill also requires state agencies to mitigate biases in these tools to prevent discrimination against protected classes. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2473 regulates the use of automated employment decision tools by state agencies to assess job applicants.

SB2473 amends Chapter 656 of the Texas Government Code to include provisions on the use of automated employment decision tools by state agencies. It mandates that state agencies must notify applicants if such tools are used and provide details on how the tool assesses fitness for the position. The bill also requires state agencies to mitigate biases in these tools to prevent discrimination against protected classes. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.