California’s Civil Rights Council has finalized employment regulations governing automated‑decision systems—defined as computational tools that make or assist hiring, promotion, or other HR decisions. The rules, effective Oct. 1, 2025, clarify that existing anti‑discrimination laws apply to AI‑based tools, require employers (and their agents) to retain related records for at least four years, and prohibit assessments that may constitute unlawful medical inquiries, such as disability‑related tests or games.
