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AI Summary
SB1288 establishes an AI working group for public schools, with provisions expiring on January 1, 2031.
Business Impact
If you provide AI solutions to schools, align with new guidelines by 2026 to ensure compliance.
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— 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
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— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
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— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
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What This Means
SB1288 mandates the creation of a working group to guide the use of AI in California public schools. The group will develop policies and report findings by 2027, with the section repealed in 2031.
Key Provisions
- Establishment of an AI working group in public schools (Section 33328.5)
- Development of guidance on AI use by January 1, 2026
- Creation of a model policy by July 1, 2026
- Submission of a report by January 1, 2027
- Repeal of Section 33328.5 on January 1, 2031
Latest Legislative Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 893, Statutes of 2024.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Al Muratsuchi D | Sponsor | HD-066 |
| Bill Dodd D | Sponsor | SD-003 |
| Josh Becker D | Sponsor | SD-013 |
| Marc Berman D | Sponsor | HD-023 |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 9)
S ·
Special Consent SB1288 Becker et al ·
Aug 28, 2024
39 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
A ·
SB 1288 Becker Senate Third Reading By Muratsuchi ·
Aug 26, 2024
77 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
A ·
Do pass ·
Aug 15, 2024
14 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Engage with the AI working group to provide input and feedback.
Who: Public school administrators and educators.
Deadline: Ongoing as the group convenes.
Penalty: Potential regulatory scrutiny for non-participation.
Who: Public school administrators and educators.
Deadline: Ongoing as the group convenes.
Penalty: Potential regulatory scrutiny for non-participation.
Implement recommendations from the working group.
Who: Public school districts.
Deadline: As specified by the working group's findings.
Penalty: Regulatory oversight may increase for non-compliance.
Who: Public school districts.
Deadline: As specified by the working group's findings.
Penalty: Regulatory oversight may increase for non-compliance.
Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill 1288, approved on September 28, 2024, adds Section 33328.5 to the California Education Code, establishing a working group to address artificial intelligence in public schools. The Superintendent of Public Instruction is tasked with convening this group, which includes educators, administrators, faculty, industry experts, and students. The group must develop guidance by January 1, 2026, and a model policy by July 1, 2026, focusing on the safe and effective use of AI. A report is due by January 1, 2027, after which the group will dissolve. The bill specifies that these provisions will be repealed on January 1, 2031. SB1288 does not appropriate funds and is not a state-mandated local program.
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