AI Hiring Glossary

Right to Explanation

Right to Explanation of Automated Decisions

The right of individuals to receive meaningful information about the logic, significance, and consequences of automated decision-making systems that affect them. Includes understanding what data was used, how it was processed, and why a particular outcome was reached.

Why This Matters for Employers

Colorado AI Act and CCPA ADMT regulations require employers to provide explanations of AI-driven employment decisions when requested. Candidates have right to know how AI influenced hiring/promotion/termination decisions and what factors were considered.

Related Laws & Regulations

Colorado AI Act
Colorado
CCPA ADMT
California
EU GDPR Article 22
European UnionEuropean Union
Illinois AIVI
IllinoisIllinois

Examples in Practice

Explaining why AI ranked a candidate lower than others
Disclosing what resume keywords triggered automated rejection
Clarifying how video interview AI assessed candidate responses
Providing factor breakdown for AI-generated performance scores

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