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AI Summary
SB348 requires the Directors of Technology and Motor Vehicles to create strategic plans for AI integration to improve state services.
Business Impact
If you use AI for state services, you must align with new strategic plans or face operational adjustments.
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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
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What This Means
SB348 mandates the Directors of Technology and Motor Vehicles to develop AI strategic plans for state services. It encourages appointing a special AI adviser and suggests certain entities designate chief AI officers.
Key Provisions
- Section 12897: Director of Technology to devise AI strategic plan.
- Section 12897.1: Director of Motor Vehicles to devise AI strategic plan.
- Section 12897.2: Encouragement for Governor to appoint a special AI adviser.
- Section 12897.3: Encouragement for certain entities to designate a chief AI officer.
Latest Legislative Action
August 14 set for first hearing canceled at the request of author.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Kevin Kiley R | Sponsor | HD-006 |
| Ling Ling Chang R | Sponsor | SD-029 |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 6)
A ·
Do pass and be re-referred to the Committee on [Appropriations] ·
Jul 3, 2019
5 Yea
2 Nay
Passed ✓
A ·
Do pass as amended, and be re-referred to the Committee on [Accountability and Administrative Review] with recommendation: To Consent Calendar ·
Jun 25, 2019
11 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
S ·
Senate 3rd Reading SB348 Chang et al ·
May 23, 2019
38 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Develop and implement strategic plans for AI usage
Who: California Department of Technology
Penalty: Potential regulatory scrutiny for non-compliance
Who: California Department of Technology
Penalty: Potential regulatory scrutiny for non-compliance
Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill 348, introduced by Senator Chang and coauthored by Assembly Member Kiley, proposes the addition of Chapter 6 to the Government Code, starting with Section 12897. The bill requires both the Director of Technology and the Director of Motor Vehicles to devise strategic plans for the integration of artificial intelligence into state information technology systems. These plans must evaluate the potential effects on job responsibilities and how to minimize negative impacts on the workforce. Additionally, the bill encourages the Governor to appoint a special adviser on artificial intelligence to coordinate a statewide strategic plan, which should also assess the impact of AI on citizen privacy. Furthermore, the bill suggests that certain state entities, including the Controller’s office and the University of California, designate a chief AI officer. Notably, Section 2 of the act will only become operative if Assembly Bill 976 is enacted and becomes operative.
Official Source
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