California State Senator Scott Wiener has introduced amendments to SB 53, aiming to mandate AI companies to publish safety protocols and reports on safety incidents. This bill is influenced by recommendations from California's AI policy group, emphasizing transparency.
Key points of SB 53 include:
- Requiring AI companies to disclose safety and security protocols.
- Creating whistleblower protections for employees who identify critical risks.
- Establishing CalCompute, a public cloud computing cluster for AI development.
The bill seeks to balance transparency with fostering AI industry growth, addressing concerns raised about previous legislation like SB 1047. New York is also considering similar AI safety measures with the RAISE Act.