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AI Summary
AB 2653 mandates a working group to evaluate labor practices in AI development, reporting to the Legislature by December 31, 2027.
Business Impact
If you develop AI systems, you must consider labor standards in procurement by 2027 or face potential legislative changes.
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What This Means
AB 2653 requires the Department of Industrial Relations, with the Department of Technology, to form a working group to assess labor practices in AI model development. The group will report its findings and recommendations to the Legislature by the end of 2027.
Key Provisions
- Establishes a Foundation Model Labor and Procurement Working Group with 9 members as provided.
- Assesses labor practices in the development of foundation models and AI systems.
- Develops recommendations for incorporating labor standards into procurement decisions.
- Requires a report to be submitted to the Legislature by December 31, 2027.
Latest Legislative Action
Read second time and amended.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Lee | Author |
Compliance Checklist
Participate in the Foundation Model Labor and Procurement Working Group
Who: Members of the working group appointed by the Department of Industrial Relations
Deadline: Ongoing until report submission
Penalty: Potential exclusion from state procurement processes
Who: Members of the working group appointed by the Department of Industrial Relations
Deadline: Ongoing until report submission
Penalty: Potential exclusion from state procurement processes
Implement recommendations from the working group regarding labor standards
Who: State agencies and contractors involved in AI procurement
Deadline: By December 31, 2027
Penalty: Potential procurement issues or disqualification
Who: State agencies and contractors involved in AI procurement
Deadline: By December 31, 2027
Penalty: Potential procurement issues or disqualification
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