Overview

• Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed SB 1047, which would have created a regulatory framework for AI safety in California.
• The bill required AI companies to perform safety tests, disclose protocols, and implement kill switches before public release.
• Newsom cited concerns that the bill could stifle innovation and apply stringent standards to basic AI functions.
• Supporters argue the legislation was necessary to prevent potential harms from unregulated AI, while opponents feared negative impacts on the tech industry.
• The veto represents a significant setback for AI regulation advocates but may prompt future legislative efforts in California and beyond.