In one paragraph
California's AB 3058 (2023-24 Regular Session) would establish, until January 1, 2029, the California Unconditional Benefit Income (CalUBI) Pilot Program in the Employment Development Department, upon appropriation. An eligible person found unemployed because of automation or artificial intelligence who has received the maximum unemployment benefits could apply for $1,000 a month for 12 months. Its only hearing, April 8, 2024, was canceled at the author's request; not passed.
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What it means for business
None: the bill died and never became law. It would have created a state cash-assistance pilot for workers displaced by AI or automation, with no duties on businesses.
Key provisions
- Would establish the CalUBI Pilot Program until January 1, 2029, administered by the Employment Development Department upon appropriation by the Legislature
- Would allow an eligible individual found unemployed because of automation or AI, who has received maximum unemployment compensation, to apply for $1,000 each month for 12 months
- Payments could start as late as January 1, 2027 and run until January 1, 2028
- Would require the department to adopt implementing regulations on or before January 1, 2026
- Would exclude program income from state income taxes, state tax credit calculations and eligibility for other state-funded programs
- Hearing canceled at the author's request April 8, 2024; history ends November 30, 2024 with 'From committee without further action.'
Latest legislative action
Nov 30, 2024. From committee without further action.
Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Evan Low D | Sponsor | HD-026 |
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