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CA AB 2504: Community colleges: artificial intelligence: pilot program. Verified

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AI Summary

AB 2504 establishes the 'Future of Creative Industries Pilot Program' at California Community Colleges, focusing on AI, starting July 1, 2027, with repeal on January 1, 2033. The Chancellor's office will select up to 10 community college districts to participate and submit a report to the Legislature by January 1, 2032.

Business Impact

If you operate a community college in California, you must implement the AI pilot program by July 1, 2027, or face funding penalties.

State
California
Bill Number
AB 2504
Status
Passed One Chamber
Risk Level
Medium
Category
Study/Task Force
Effective Date
Jul 1, 2027
Last Action
May 18, 2026
Last Verified
May 26, 2026
Data Updated
May 26, 2026
What do these statuses mean?
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

Education

What This Means

AB 2504 introduces the 'Future of Creative Industries Pilot Program' within California Community Colleges, focusing on artificial intelligence's impact, contingent on appropriation. The Chancellor's office will select up to 10 districts, evaluate the program, and submit a report to the Legislature by January 1, 2032, with repeal set for January 1, 2033.

Key Provisions

Latest Legislative Action

Read second time. Ordered to third reading.

Bill Sponsors

Name Role
Author
Coauthor

Compliance Checklist

Submit effectiveness report on pilot program
Who: Chancellor's office
Deadline: On or before specified date
Implement AI Upskilling Creatives Pilot Program
Who: Chancellor's office
Deadline: By July 1, 2027

Full Legal Analysis

AB 2504 establishes the 'Future of Creative Industries Pilot Program' at California Community Colleges, focusing on artificial intelligence. It will be administered by the Chancellor's office and is contingent upon appropriation. The Chancellor's office is required to select up to 10 community college districts to participate and submit a report to the Legislature by January 1, 2032, evaluating the program's effectiveness. The program is set to be repealed on January 1, 2033.

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