These bills follow a similar one introduced by Senator Scott Wiener last year, which proposed transparency standards for AI models and the establishment of a state AI research center. Other states, including Texas, West Virginia, North Dakota, Louisiana, and Puerto Rico, have also initiated the monitoring or study of AI systems used by state agencies. Connecticut is reviewing all AI services it uses and plans regular reviews of these systems.
Key takeaways:
- California State Senator Steve Padilla has introduced two bills, SB 892 and SB 893, aimed at regulating AI systems, especially those used by state agencies. SB 892 would require the state's Department of Technology to develop safety, privacy, and non-discrimination standards for AI services.
- SB 893 proposes the establishment of a California AI research hub to provide resources and data for academic research.
- These bills follow a similar one introduced by Senator Scott Wiener in 2021, which proposed transparency standards for AI models and the creation of a state AI research center.
- Other states, including Texas, West Virginia, North Dakota, Louisiana, and Puerto Rico, have also ordered the monitoring or study of AI systems used by state agencies, while Connecticut is reviewing all AI services it uses.