Artificial intelligence: transparency and governance.
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Fiscal committee
No
Appropriation
No
Current location
Enrolled
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed Assembly
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to ensure transparency and governance in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) by California government agencies. It clarifies that terms like ‘person’ and ‘interested person’ in various existing laws – including those related to public records, open meetings, and environmental review – do not include AI systems, robots, or autonomous agents. The bill also authorizes agencies to use AI detection tools to identify and manage potential impacts of AI engagement.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘person’ in relevant laws to exclude AI systems, robots, and autonomous agents.
- Authorizes agencies to use AI detection tools to identify AI engagement.
- Specifies that automated mass engagement by AI does not constitute genuine public participation.
- Addresses concerns about AI overwhelming government processes and diverting public resources.
- Makes legislative findings supporting the bill’s purpose and alignment with the California Constitution.
- Amends sections of the Government Code regarding definitions of ‘person’ and related terms.
- Adds new sections to the Government Code specifically addressing AI governance.
- Clarifies that the intent of existing transparency laws is to facilitate human participation, not machine engagement.
Who is affected
- State and local government agencies
- Members of the public
- Lobbyists
- California residents
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