Public Safety

California AI Safety Bill Faces Final Hurdle

The proposed law demands rigorous safeguards for AI systems that pose the highest risks.

Jericho Casper

Aug 30, 2024 — 2 min read

Photo of California Senator Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco) used with permission.

WASHINGTON, August 30, 2024 – A bill mandating safety testing for companies developing the most advanced generative AI systems is now heading to California Gov. Gavin Newsom's (D) desk for approval.

The AI safety bill, SB 1047, passed the California State Assembly with a 41-16 vote, and the State Senate by 29-9 in a floor vote on Thursday.

SB 1047 was designed to safeguard Californians by preventing AI misuse in instances of cyberattacks, weapons development, and automated crime. The bill would require developers of AI systems that cost over $100 million to train to test their models for potential harm and implement safety measures.

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