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AI Summary
AB976 establishes the Artificial Intelligence in State Government Services Commission in California, effective until January 1, 2025.
Business Impact
If you develop AI projects for state services, engage with the commission's public process annually.
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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
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What This Means
AB976 proposes the formation of an advisory commission to explore AI and data science applications in California's state services. The commission will gather public input and propose plans for AI projects, reporting annually to the Legislature and Governor.
Key Provisions
- Establishment of the Artificial Intelligence in State Government Services Commission (Section 11820.15)
- Annual public process to gather input on AI in state services (Section 11820.20(a))
- Proposal for AI demonstration projects (Section 11820.20(b))
- Submission of annual recommendations to the Legislature and Governor (Section 11820.20(d))
- Advisory nature of the commission (Section 11820.25)
Latest Legislative Action
In committee: Held under submission.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Edwin Chau D | Sponsor | HD-049 |
| Ian Calderon D | Sponsor | HD-057 |
| Jay Obernolte R | Sponsor | HD-033 |
| Kevin Kiley R | Sponsor | HD-006 |
| Rudy Salas D | Sponsor | HD-032 |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 6)
S ·
Placed on suspense file ·
Aug 12, 2019
7 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
S ·
Do pass as amended, but first amend, and re-refer to the Committee on [Appropriations] ·
Jun 25, 2019
16 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
A ·
AB 976 Chau Assembly Third Reading ·
May 22, 2019
78 Yea
0 Nay
2 Other
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Ensure compliance with AI guidelines set by the commission
Who: All state government agencies using AI
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance as determined by the commission
Who: All state government agencies using AI
Penalty: Potential penalties for non-compliance as determined by the commission
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
Assembly Bill 976, introduced in the California Legislature, seeks to establish the Artificial Intelligence in State Government Services Commission. This commission will consist of eight members with expertise in AI, appointed by various state officials, including the Governor and legislative leaders. The commission's primary role is advisory, focusing on gathering public input annually on AI's potential to enhance state services. It is tasked with proposing a plan for AI and data science demonstration projects and integrating successful projects into state services. The commission must establish guiding principles by November 1, 2020, and submit recommendations to the Legislature and Governor by November 1, 2021, and annually thereafter. The bill does not grant the commission authority to implement its findings without further legislative action. The provisions of this bill are set to be repealed on January 1, 2025.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
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