A New Jersey bill that advanced in the state Senate on Oct. 1 would require health coverage for public employees displaced when their agencies use vendor AI tools that evaluate or monitor workers.
Under the bill, all public employees losing jobs as a result of automated services agreements would be entitled to at least one year of health benefits. That increases to two years for public employees with at least five years of service. Severance pay would also be available.
These affected employees would have recall rights when new positions emerge, and they would retain their seniority during their coverage period. The bill also limits how these systems are implemented, establishes worker notice and adds retaliation protections.
The bill and its companion were introduced in May. The state Senate bill was referred to another committee for further review on Oct. 1. The provisions would go into effect 18 months after enactment.
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