Eliminating Bias in Algorithmic Systems Act of 2026

The Eliminating Bias in Algorithmic Systems Act of 2026 would require federal agencies that use, fund, or oversee algorithms to establish dedicated civil rights offices focused on identifying and addressing bias, discrimination, and other harms caused by algorithmic systems. These offices would be responsible for monitoring how algorithms affect access to federal programs, economic opportunities, and rights protected by law.

Under the bill, each civil rights office would be required to submit reports to Congress every two years detailing the state of algorithmic technology within their agency, steps taken to reduce algorithmic bias and discrimination, engagement with stakeholders including businesses and advocacy groups, and recommendations for legislative or administrative actions to mitigate harms. Additionally, the bill would establish an interagency working group led by the Department of Justice to coordinate efforts across federal agencies in addressing algorithmic bias and civil rights concerns.

The legislation aims to address concerns that federal agencies currently lack sufficient oversight of algorithms that may discriminate against individuals or groups based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, or other demographic factors. If enacted, the bill would create new accountability mechanisms to ensure that algorithms used by government agencies do not perpetuate bias or discrimination.