Recommendations for Policymakers and Public Administrators to Advance Responsible AI Governance Practices and Disability Rights
Recommendations for Policymakers and Public Administrators to Advance Responsible AI Governance Practices and Disability Rights. White document on a grey background.
As part of our work to provide recommendations to various stakeholders on how to create an AI ecosystem that is more inclusive for people with disabilities, the Center for Democracy & Technology (CDT) and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) recognize the unique role of policymakers and public administrators, particularly those who make decisions about how public agencies develop, procure, and use AI or algorithmic systems. These internal decision-makers have the ability to enact policies that address opportunities for and risks to disabled people, and to implement practices within governmental offices and agencies that balance these priorities.
The following recommendations are directed toward individuals who work at the local, state, and federal levels and will help them establish more accessible and equitable uses of AI and AI-enabled tools within their respective governments and agencies. These priority steps address potential and existing civil rights concerns, accessibility barriers, and risks of AI for disabled people, while supporting the responsible and inclusive advancement of AI that improves services for disabled people.
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