Abstract

Artificial Intelligence (AI) and algorithmic automation are rapidly reshaping public administration globally. In Slovenia, public authorities are gradually adopting AI-driven technologies, particularly in sectors such as tax management, agriculture, and public procurement. However, Slovenia has not yet established a comprehensive legal framework for algorithmic governance, relying instead on existing laws that govern public administration and data protection. This paper examines the legal foundations for the use of AI and algorithmic automation in Slovenian public administration. It also attempts to identify gaps, compares Slovenia’s regulatory approach with European Union (EU) Law, and discusses some key challenges related to privacy, transparency, and human oversight in AI deployment.

Table of Contents

1. The Legal Framework for AI and Algorithmic Automation in Public Administration
    1.1. Existing Legal Foundations
     (a) General Administrative Procedure Act
     (b) Privacy and Data Protection
     (c) Information Security Act
     (d) State Administration Act
    1.2. The National Programme to Promote AI

2. Applications of Algorithmic Automation and AI in Slovenia’s Public Sector
    2.1. Tax Administration
    2.2. Agriculture

3. Human Oversight and Decision-Making. The Role of Human Control

4. Daily Use of (Generative) AI among Public Administration Employees

5. Interoperability Framework for Digital Data Management

6. The State of Scholarly Debate in Slovenia

7. Conclusion