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AI Summary
SB420 proposes adding regulations for automated decision systems to California's Business and Professions Code and Public Contract Code.
Business Impact
If you use AI for decision-making, monitor SB420 for potential new compliance requirements.
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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
SB420 seeks to regulate automated decision systems by amending California's Business and Professions Code and Public Contract Code. It is currently under review by the Assembly's Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee.
Key Provisions
- Adds Chapter 24.6 (commencing with Section 22756) to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code
- Adds Article 11 (commencing with Section 10285.8) to Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code
Latest Legislative Action
Referred to Coms. on P. & C.P. and JUD.
Bill Sponsors (showing 5 of 30)
| Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Archuleta | Author |
| Bates | Coauthor |
| Becker | Author |
| Block | Coauthor |
| Bonta | Coauthor |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 5)
3rd Reading ·
Jun 2, 2025
26 Yea
9 Nay
5 Other
Passed ✓
Do pass as amended ·
May 23, 2025
4 Yea
1 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
Placed on suspense file ·
May 5, 2025
7 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Implement transparency measures for automated decision systems
Who: Businesses using AI for decision-making
Deadline: By the effective date of the bill
Penalty: To be determined upon enactment
Who: Businesses using AI for decision-making
Deadline: By the effective date of the bill
Penalty: To be determined upon enactment
Provide clear information on data usage and decision processes
Who: Businesses utilizing automated decision systems
Deadline: By the effective date of the bill
Penalty: To be determined upon enactment
Who: Businesses utilizing automated decision systems
Deadline: By the effective date of the bill
Penalty: To be determined upon enactment
Full Legal Analysis
SB420 is a legislative proposal aimed at regulating automated decision systems in California. The bill intends to add Chapter 24.6, starting with Section 22756, to Division 8 of the Business and Professions Code, and Article 11, starting with Section 10285.8, to Chapter 1 of Part 2 of Division 2 of the Public Contract Code. The bill is currently in the Assembly, having been referred to the Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee and the Judiciary Committee as of June 9, 2023. The bill defines automated decision systems as software or systems that make decisions or assist in decision-making processes. It is part of a broader legislative effort, including bills like AB331, to address the implications of artificial intelligence in various sectors.
Official Source
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