Florida HB 1459 — Government Technology Modernization Act (AI Provisions): AI Compliance Requirements
Florida HB 1459 (Government Technology Modernization Act), signed by Governor DeSantis in June 2024, effective July 1, 2024, establishes AI governance requirements for Florida state agencies and their government contractors. Key provisions: (1) State agencies must document AI systems used in government decision-making; (2) High-risk AI decisions (benefits eligibility, criminal justice, child welfare) require human-in-the-loop review; (3) Vendors supplying AI to Florida agencies must provide transparency documentation. For private businesses: if you sell or provide AI-powered products or services to Florida state or local government agencies, these transparency and documentation requirements apply. Enforcement by the Florida Department of Management Services.
Key Facts
July 1, 2024
Contract termination and loss of state procurement eligibility for non-compliant vendors; government agencies subject to oversight review
What Your Business Must Do
2 compliance requirements identified. Critical requirements carry the highest risk of enforcement action.
AI System Documentation for Government Contracts
High PriorityIf supplying AI systems or AI-enabled services to Florida state or local government agencies, document: (1) system purpose and capabilities, (2) training data sources and potential biases, (3) accuracy metrics and known limitations, (4) human oversight mechanisms. Required for government procurement compliance under HB 1459.
Bias and Fairness Assessment for High-Risk Government AI
Medium PriorityAI systems used for benefits eligibility, law enforcement, child welfare, or employment decisions affecting Florida government operations must include bias audits and fairness assessments. Document methodology and results as part of vendor procurement package.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Florida HB 1459 — Government Technology Modernization Act (AI Provisions) apply to my business?
Florida HB 1459 (Government Technology Modernization Act), signed by Governor DeSantis in June 2024, effective July 1, 2024, establishes AI governance requirements for Florida state agencies and their government contractors. Key provisions: (1) State. Use ComplianceIQ's free scanner to get a personalized assessment in under 5 minutes.
What is the penalty for non-compliance?
The maximum penalty under Florida HB 1459 — Government Technology Modernization Act (AI Provisions) is: Contract termination and loss of state procurement eligibility for non-compliant vendors; government agencies subject to oversight review. Fines are typically scaled by company size, severity of violation, and whether violations were willful or accidental.
How do I comply with Florida HB 1459 — Government Technology Modernization Act (AI Provisions)?
The 2 requirements above cover the core obligations. The fastest path to compliance is: (1) conduct an AI risk assessment, (2) document your AI systems, (3) implement transparency disclosures where required. ComplianceIQ generates all required documents automatically.
Official Source
https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2024/1459Last updated: 2026-04-13 — verify at source before relying on this information.
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