As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a cornerstone of modern talent acquisition, recruiters and HR professionals must navigate a rapidly shifting regulatory landscape. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the latest state-level developments in AI employment law and their implications for candidate selection. We'll explore how AI tools—while promising greater efficiency and effectiveness—can also introduce risks of algorithmic bias and non-compliance. Through examples, we'll discuss how organizations can proactively audit and refine their AI-driven hiring practices to ensure fairness, transparency, and legal defensibility.