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AI Summary
SB-295 aims to add Chapter 8 to the Business and Professions Code to address algorithmic collusion in California.
Business Impact
If you use algorithms in business, monitor this bill for potential new regulations.
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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
Affected Industries
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What This Means
The California Preventing Algorithmic Collusion Act of 2025 seeks to address algorithmic collusion. Specific provisions and current status require verification.
Key Provisions
- Add Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 17370) to Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code.
- Propose regulation of algorithmic collusion by prohibiting anti-competitive algorithms.
Latest Legislative Action
Reconsideration granted.
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 41)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Aguiar-Curry | Principal Coauthor |
| Ayala | Author |
| Berg | Coauthor |
| Bill Berryhill | Coauthor |
| Cogdill | Author |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 13)
SB 295 Hurtado Senate Third Reading By Bauer-Kahan ·
Sep 13, 2025
13 Yea
24 Nay
43 Other
Do pass as amended. ·
Aug 29, 2025
10 Yea
4 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations] ·
Jul 16, 2025
9 Yea
4 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Implement compliance measures for algorithms to prevent collusion
Who: Businesses using algorithms in pricing or market strategies
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Who: Businesses using algorithms in pricing or market strategies
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance
Full Legal Analysis
SB-295, known as the California Preventing Algorithmic Collusion Act of 2025, proposes to introduce Chapter 8, commencing with Section 17370, to Part 2 of Division 7 of the Business and Professions Code. The bill is designed to address concerns related to algorithmic collusion in business practices. It proposes to regulate algorithmic collusion by prohibiting the use of algorithms that facilitate anti-competitive behavior. Specific provisions such as definitions, compliance guidelines, and enforcement measures, including penalties for violations, require verification once the full bill text is available. The current legislative status of the bill should be confirmed through official resources.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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