Illinois AI Video Interview Act (820 ILCS 42)

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Overview

Requires employers using AI to analyze video interviews to notify candidates, explain how AI is used, and obtain consent before the interview.

This is an AI-specific state law.

Who this applies to

This regulation applies to companies that use or deploy AI tools and systems built by other vendors. If your company uses AI-powered products in the areas listed below, this regulation may apply to you.

AI categories covered

  • Employment and hiring

Specific AI use cases:

  • Video interview analysis

What this requires you to do

  • Transparency notice required

    Provide transparency notices. Inform affected individuals that AI is being used and how it influences decisions.

  • Consent required

    Obtain consent. Get explicit permission from individuals before collecting or using their data with AI.

  • Data retention limits

    Follow data retention limits. Do not retain personal data collected by AI longer than necessary.

Enforcement and penalties

Enforced by Illinois AG. Penalties under Illinois Consumer Fraud Act. Up to $50,000 per violation.

Source

Read the full text

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=4015

Always verify current language and amendments at the official source.

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