Here’s a curated list of similar state-level AI governance bills across the U.S., along with direct links to the legislation and key comparisons to Texas SB 1964:
1. Colorado AI Act (SB 24-205)
Link: Colorado SB 24-205
Key Similarities to TX SB 1964:
- Requires bias mitigation for “high-risk” AI systems
- Mandates impact assessments (but only for insurers)
- Difference: Focuses on private-sector AI (unlike Texas’ government-only approach)
2. California AI Accountability Act (AB 331)
Link: California AB 331
Key Similarities:
- Requires risk assessments for AI used in housing, employment, and healthcare
- Mandates public disclosure of AI systems
- Difference: Broader scope (applies to businesses with $50M+ revenue)
3. Illinois AI Video Interview Act (HB 2557)
Link: Illinois HB 2557
Key Similarities:
- Regulates AI in hiring (bias testing required)
- Difference: Narrow focus on video interview algorithms
4. New York City Local Law 144 (AI Hiring Bias Law)
Link: NYC Local Law 144
Key Similarities:
- Requires annual bias audits for hiring AI
- Mandates candidate notifications
- Difference: Only applies to NYC employers
5. Vermont AI Regulation Bill (H.114)
Link: Vermont H.114
Key Similarities:
- Creates an AI Commission (like Texas’ Advisory Council)
- Requires impact assessments for state agency AI
- Difference: More advisory (no strict penalties yet)
6. Washington State AI Ethics Bill (SB 5116)
Link: Washington SB 5116
Key Similarities:
- Establishes AI ethics guidelines for state agencies
- Difference: No enforcement mechanism (voluntary compliance)
Comparison Table: State AI Bills vs. Texas SB 1964
| State | Bill | Scope | Bias Audits | Cybersecurity | Enforcement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | SB 1964 | State agencies | Required | NIST SP 800-53 | Advisory Council |
| Colorado | SB 24-205 | Private sector | Required | None | Fines up to $10K |
| California | AB 331 | Large businesses | Required | None | AG enforcement |
| Illinois | HB 2557 | Hiring AI | Required | None | Civil penalties |
| NYC | Local Law 144 | Hiring AI | Required | None | $500K fines |
| Vermont | H.114 | State agencies | Advisory | None | None |
Key Takeaways
- Texas is mid-tier—stricter than Vermont but less sweeping than California.
- Cybersecurity focus is unique to TX SB 1964 (other bills emphasize bias).
- Private-sector rules are coming (CO/CA lead the way).