Course Outline
Foundational Aspects of AI Regulation in the Public Sector
- The significance of AI policy for governmental entities
- An overview of AI applications and associated regulatory hurdles
- The specific function of legal and compliance teams in supervising AI
The EU AI Act and GDPR
- Structural elements and risk classifications within the EU AI Act
- Addressing high-risk AI systems and their use in the public sector
- Ensuring transparency, human oversight, and accountability in AI
- Intersections with GDPR: consent, data minimization, and rights of data subjects
The Regulatory Environment for AI in North America
- Canada’s Artificial Intelligence and Data Act (AIDA)
- The 2023 U.S. Executive Order on Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy AI
- Sub-national regulations and industry-specific directives (e.g., healthcare, education)
- Impact on federal, provincial, and municipal administrative bodies
Ethical and Legal Risk Analysis
- Addressing bias, discrimination, and explainability concerns
- Legal responsibilities regarding algorithmic decision-making
- Maintaining public confidence through human-in-the-loop safeguards
AI Governance Structures and Supervisory Models
- The NIST AI Risk Management Framework
- OECD AI Principles and UNESCO guidelines
- Formulating internal policies and audit procedures
Strategies for Policy Formulation and Execution
- Crafting responsible AI policies for public organizations
- Fostering inter-departmental cooperation and aligning procurement processes
- Implementing training, communication, and compliance tracking
Conclusion and Future Actions
Requirements
- A foundational knowledge of legal and compliance structures within the public sector.
- Prior familiarity with data protection laws, such as GDPR, is advantageous.
- No technical expertise in AI is a prerequisite.
Target Audience
- Legal counsel operating within public institutions.
- Compliance officers and those working in regulatory affairs.
- Government staff responsible for AI procurement or risk assessment.
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