New legislation to set safety standards for artificial intelligence

Navigating the legal landscape of AI

California lawmakers have taken great strides in the past year to regulate generative artificial intelligence, setting a high bar in the global efforts to reign in the rapidly advancing technology. In late 2025, Gov. Newsom signed the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act, or SB 53, a pioneering state law requiring AI companies to disclose safety protocols and the mitigation of potential risks. Additionally, the legislation also e…

New legislation to set safety standards for artificial intelligence

New legislation introduced by California State Sen. Jerry McNenry (D-Pleasanton) looks to establish safety standards for artificial intelligence (AI) and help ensure that it is developed responsibly.