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PA HB 2705: Artificial Intelligence’s Impact on the Workforce

Detected July 17, 2026 · in AI in Hiring & Employment Screening

Pennsylvania HB 2705 proposes new requirements for employers using AI in hiring, including bias audits, candidate notice, and recordkeeping, similar to NYC Local Law 144.

Aforeworn detected this change in the AI in Hiring & Employment Screening space on July 17, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Enterprise employers, staffing/RPO firms, HR-tech/ATS vendors, background-screening providers operating in Pennsylvania or with PA candidates. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Bill introduced; effective date likely 2026 if passed. Monitor progress; start gap analysis now.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors AI in Hiring & Employment Screening continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

New bill mandates bias audits for automated employment decision tools (AEDTs), candidate notice of AI use, and annual reporting to the state.

Who it affects

Enterprise employers, staffing/RPO firms, HR-tech/ATS vendors, background-screening providers operating in Pennsylvania or with PA candidates.

What you must do

Review current AI hiring tools for compliance with audit and notice requirements; prepare for potential state oversight.

Deadline

Bill introduced; effective date likely 2026 if passed. Monitor progress; start gap analysis now.

Source: https://www.legis.state.pa.us/cfdocs/billinfo/billinfo.cfm?syear=2025&sind=0&body=H&type=B&bn=2705

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