{"id":5614,"date":"2024-10-03T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-03T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darkreading.com\/vulnerabilities-threats\/future-ai-safety-california-vetoed-bill"},"modified":"2024-10-03T13:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-10-03T18:00:00","slug":"the-future-of-ai-safety-californias-vetoed-bill-what-comes-next","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ddi.mohflo.net\/index.php\/2024\/10\/03\/the-future-of-ai-safety-californias-vetoed-bill-what-comes-next\/","title":{"rendered":"The Future of AI Safety: California’s Vetoed Bill & What Comes Next"},"content":{"rendered":"
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COMMENTARY<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

On Sept. 29, California Gov. <\/span>Gavin Newsom vetoed Senate Bill 1047<\/a><\/span>, the Safe and Secure Innovation for Frontier Artificial Intelligence Models Act. This bill aimed to create a comprehensive regulatory framework for AI models, seeking to balance public safety with innovation. Although the veto was a setback for the bill, it highlights key debates in the emerging field of AI governance and the potential for California to shape the future of <\/span>AI regulation<\/a><\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

California’s Influence on Tech Legislation<\/h2>\n

As the home of Silicon Valley, California has long been a leader in technology regulation, with its policies often setting the precedent for other states. For example, the <\/span>California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)<\/a><\/span> inspired similar data protection laws in Virginia and Colorado. With the rapid advancement of AI technology, California’s efforts in AI governance could have a lasting impact on both national and international regulatory frameworks, while also catalyzing federal lawmakers to consider nationwide AI regulations, similar to how California’s auto emissions standards influenced federal policies.<\/span><\/p>\n

What’s at Stake<\/h2>\n

Gov. Newsom’s veto highlights several critical issues. First, the bill solely focused on large-scale models that might overlook the dangers posed by smaller, specialized AI systems. The governor emphasized the need for regulations based on empirical evidence of actual risks rather than the size or cost of AI models. Second, he cautioned that stringent regulations could stifle innovation, particularly if they did not keep pace with the rapidly evolving <\/span>AI landscape<\/a><\/span>. The governor advocated for a flexible approach that could adapt to new developments. Third, Newsom stressed the importance of considering whether AI systems are deployed in high-risk environments or involve critical decision-making with sensitive data, areas the bill did not specifically address.<\/span><\/p>\n

Looking Ahead<\/h2>\n

Although this might seem like a setback to some, the veto allows California to continue its thought leadership in shaping modern technology policy. To move forward and reconcile differences, the California legislature and Governor’s office can undertake several collaborative efforts:<\/span><\/p>\n

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