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AI Summary
SB 1159 excludes AI and nonhuman entities from being considered 'persons' under specific California laws, ensuring these laws apply only to human entities.
Business Impact
If you use AI in public records requests, note AI is not recognized as a 'person' under these laws.
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In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
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— 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
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What This Means
SB 1159 clarifies that artificial intelligence and similar nonhuman entities are not included in the definitions of 'person' under several California laws, impacting their interaction with public access and governance measures.
Key Provisions
- Excludes AI systems and nonhuman entities from the definition of 'person' under the California Public Records Act.
- Clarifies that AI is not a 'member of the public' under the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act and the Ralph M. Brown Act.
- Excludes AI from being considered a 'person' under the Political Reform Act of 1974, the Administrative Procedure Act, and CEQA.
Latest Legislative Action
Read second time. Ordered to third reading.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Allen | Coauthor |
| Cabaldon | Author |
| Jones | Coauthor |
| Ochoa Bogh | Coauthor |
| Weber Pierson | Coauthor |
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