This bill mandates developers of generative AI to document training data sources and respond to rights owner inquiries about copyrighted materials used. Exemptions apply for models trained on publicly available data.
If you develop generative AI in California, you must document training data and respond to rights owner requests by January 1, 2026, or face legal action.
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What This Means
AB 412 seeks to regulate the use of copyrighted materials in training generative AI systems by requiring developers to document their data sources. It establishes a process for rights owners to inquire about the use of their materials and mandates compliance within a specified timeframe. Failure to comply could lead to civil actions against developers, making it crucial for businesses in the AI sector to understand these obligations. Exemptions are provided for models trained on publicly available data.
Key Provisions
- Developers must document covered materials used in training generative AI models.
- A mechanism for rights owners to request information about their materials must be provided.
- Developers have 30 days to respond to rights owner requests with relevant information.
- Each day of non-compliance after the 30-day period constitutes a discrete violation.
- Rights owners can bring civil actions against developers for failure to comply.
- Exemptions apply for models trained exclusively on publicly available data.
Latest Legislative Action
Re-referred to Com. on RLS.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Bauer-Kahan | Author |
| Kalra | Coauthor |
Compliance Checklist
Who: Developers of generative AI systems.
Deadline: By January 1, 2026.
Penalty: Daily violations may lead to civil actions.
Who: Developers of generative AI systems.
Deadline: By January 1, 2026.
Penalty: Failure to comply may result in civil actions.
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