Bill > AB1405

This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for regulating Artificial Intelligence (AI) auditors in California, requiring the Government Operations Agency to create an online enrollment system for AI auditors by January 1, 2027. The bill mandates that AI auditors, who are professionals assessing AI systems on behalf of third parties, must enroll with the agency, pay an enrollment fee, and provide detailed information about their practice, including contact details, areas of expertise, certifications, and standard operating procedures. AI auditors will be required to conduct covered audits according to widely recognized industry standards, providing comprehensive audit reports to auditees that include audit scope, results, compliance recommendations, and a signed certification. The bill also includes strict ethical guidelines, prohibiting auditors from accepting employment with an auditee for 12 months after an audit, preventing conflicts of interest, and protecting employee whistleblower rights. Additionally, the bill creates an AI Auditors' Enrollment Fund within the State Treasury to support the administration of these new requirements, and establishes a mechanism for reporting misconduct by enrolled AI auditors. The legislation aims to increase transparency, accountability, and standardization in AI system evaluations, reflecting California's proactive approach to regulating emerging technology.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry, Government Affairs, Justice

https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billStatusClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1405