The “Public Service AI Framework” provides a comprehensive approach to regulating AI use by public service agencies. Here are some key legal frameworks and principles that agencies use:
- Existing Laws and Regulations:
- Treaty of Waitangi: Ensuring AI use respects the principles of partnership, participation, and protection.
- Official Information Act 1982: Maintaining transparency and accountability in AI decision-making processes.
- Bill of Rights Act 1990: Protecting human rights and freedoms in AI applications.
- Human Rights Act 1993: Preventing discrimination and ensuring fairness in AI systems.
- Copyright Act 1994: Addressing intellectual property rights related to AI-generated content.
- Public Records Act 2005: Ensuring proper documentation and archiving of AI-related decisions and data.
- Public Service Act 2020: Upholding public service values and ethical standards in AI use.
- Privacy Act 2020: Safeguarding personal data and privacy in AI applications.
- OECD AI Principles:
- Inclusive, Sustainable Development: Promoting AI that benefits all segments of society and supports sustainable development.
- Human-Centred Values: Ensuring AI respects human rights, diversity, and the well-being of individuals.
- Transparency and Explainability: Making AI systems understandable and transparent to the public.
- Safety and Security: Ensuring AI systems are safe, secure, and risk resilient.
- Accountability: Establishing clear accountability for AI decisions and outcomes.
- Government Chief Digital Officer (GCDO) AI Work Programme:
- Governance: Supporting transparency and human accountability in AI use.
- Guardrails: Enabling safe and responsible AI use.
- Capability: Building internal and external AI knowledge and skills.
- Innovation: Providing pathways for safe AI testing and innovation.
- Social Licence: Ensuring public trust and confidence in AI use.
- Global Voice: Positioning New Zealand as a trusted AI partner internationally.
By aligning with these frameworks and principles, public service agencies ensure AI technologies’ responsible, ethical, and lawful use.
Disclaimer: Not a legal advice.