* § 401. Definitions. For the purpose of this article:

1. "Automated employment decision-making tool" shall mean any software
that uses algorithms, computational models, or artificial intelligence
techniques, or a combination thereof, to materially automate or replace
human decision-making regarding employment, including but not limited to
wages and other compensation, hiring, selection for recruitment,
discipline, promotion, and termination. "Automated employment
decision-making tool" shall not include any software used primarily for
basic computerized processes, such as calculators, spellcheck tools,
autocorrect functions, spreadsheets, electronic communications, or any
tool that relates only to internal management affairs such as ordering
office supplies or processing payments, and that do not materially
affect the rights, liberties, benefits, safety or welfare of any
individual within the state.

2. "State agency" shall mean any department, public authority, board,
bureau, commission, division, office, council, committee or officer of
the state. Such terms shall not include the legislature or judiciary.

* NB Effective July 1, 2025