Overview
Illinois SB 315 enforces strict transparency, algorithmic accountability, and safety oversight for large frontier artificial intelligence developers and automated surveillance systems operating within the state.
Key Requirements
- Mandatory Safety Audits: Large AI developers and automated data processing vendors must undergo annual third-party safety and bias audits.
- Surveillance Incident Reporting: Mandates 72-hour reporting windows to state regulators if AI systems suffer security breaches or perform unauthorized biometric tracking.
- Whistleblower Protections: Protects tech employees who expose improper AI deployment or mass privacy violations from corporate retaliation.
- Penalties: Establishes civil fines up to $3,000,000 for non-compliant AI vendors.