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Introduction to Artificial Intelligence Regulation in the Public Sector

  • The importance of artificial intelligence policy for government operations
  • An overview of application scenarios and associated regulatory hurdles
  • The responsibilities of legal and compliance divisions in overseeing AI initiatives

Compliance with the EU AI Act and General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)

  • Framework structure and risk-based classifications established by the EU AI Act
  • Requirements for high-risk systems and their applicability to public sector contexts
  • Standards for transparency, human oversight, and accountability measures
  • Intersections with GDPR regarding consent mechanisms, data minimization, and individual rights

Regulatory Environment for Artificial Intelligence in North America

  • Canada’s proposed Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA)
  • The U.S. Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence (2023)
  • State-level statutory requirements and sector-specific guidance, including healthcare and education
  • Operational implications for federal, provincial, and municipal agencies for government use

Evaluation of Ethical and Legal Risks

  • Addressing challenges related to bias, discrimination, and algorithmic explainability
  • Determining legal liability within automated decision-making processes
  • Maintaining public confidence through human-in-the-loop safeguards

Artificial Intelligence Governance Frameworks and Oversight Models

  • The NIST Artificial Intelligence Risk Management Framework (AI RMF)
  • Adherence to OECD AI Principles and UNESCO recommendations
  • Formulating internal policies and establishing audit protocols

Strategies for Policy Development and Implementation

  • Drafting responsible artificial intelligence policies for public sector organizations
  • Facilitating cross-departmental collaboration and aligning procurement practices
  • Conducting training, internal communications, and ongoing compliance monitoring

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Foundational knowledge of legal and compliance frameworks applicable to the public sector for government entities
  • Understanding of data protection standards, including GDPR, is advantageous
  • No prior technical expertise in artificial intelligence is necessary

Target Audience

  • Legal counsel serving public agencies
  • Compliance officers and regulatory affairs specialists
  • Public sector officials engaged in AI acquisition or risk assessment processes
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