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AI Summary
AB2504 establishes a pilot program in California community colleges focused on artificial intelligence, with assumptions about reskilling and upskilling.
Business Impact
If you operate in California's creative industries, you must prepare for potential workforce changes due to AI by July 1, 2027.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
AB2504 aims to support California through a community college pilot program focused on artificial intelligence, with an assumed focus on reskilling and upskilling.
Key Provisions
- Establishes a pilot program focused on artificial intelligence.
- The program is added under Section 78026.
- Mentions of a sunset clause and a repeal clause are not confirmed.
Latest Legislative Action
Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| LaShae Sharp-Collins D | Sponsor | HD-079 |
| Rebecca Bauer-Kahan D | Sponsor | HD-016 |
Roll Call Votes
A ·
Do pass ·
May 14, 2026
15 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
A ·
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations] with recommendation: To Consent Calendar ·
Apr 21, 2026
15 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
A ·
Do pass as amended and be re-referred to the Committee on [Privacy and Consumer Protection] ·
Apr 14, 2026
9 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Establish eligibility criteria for community colleges to participate in the pilot program.
Who: Chancellor's office of the California Community Colleges.
Deadline: On or before June 30, 2027.
Penalty: Not specified.
Who: Chancellor's office of the California Community Colleges.
Deadline: On or before June 30, 2027.
Penalty: Not specified.
Submit a report evaluating the pilot program's effectiveness.
Who: Chancellor's office.
Deadline: On or before January 1, 2032.
Penalty: Not specified.
Who: Chancellor's office.
Deadline: On or before January 1, 2032.
Penalty: Not specified.
Full Legal Analysis
AB2504 establishes a pilot program potentially aimed at reskilling and upskilling, specifically focused on artificial intelligence. The program's administering body is not confirmed in the available bill description and will need verification from the full bill text. Community college districts' selection criteria, funding provisions, and details about a report on program effectiveness are also not verifiable without the full bill text. The program is added under Section 78026. Mentions of a sunset clause and a repeal clause are not confirmed by the official description.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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