AGENCY TESTIMONY
Local Law 35 reporting on algorithmic tools
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OTI discusses the annual reporting process for algorithmic tools used by city agencies, as required by Local Law 35 of 2022. This reporting provides transparency on AI and related tools with material public impact.
- Clarifies the distinction between algorithmic tools and AI applications
- Reports coordination with 45 agencies to identify automated decision systems
- Mentions the ongoing 5th compliance cycle
- Highlights the recent expansion to include 24 more offices in the compliance process, including the NYC Council
Alex Foard
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In addition to the AI action plan in the progress report, we publish an annual report of algorithmic tools used by city agencies pursuant to local law 35 of 2022.
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While many algorithmic tools are derived from or are applications of AI, not not all such tools are AI.
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And similarly, not all applications of AI are algorithmic tools per the definition provided by local law 35.
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However, these reports provide information about AI and related tools agencies are using that have material public impact.
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Last year, OTI co coordinated with 45 agencies across the city to identify automated decision systems captured under this global law.
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We are currently undertaking the 5th compliance cycle.
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And to make that process more robust, we recently solicited 24 more offices to participate in the compliance cycle, including the New York City Council and other elected officials offices.
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We look forward to the council's participation in this important exercise.
