Introduction

California Governor Gavin Newsom now must decide whether to sign or veto Senate Bill 1047 (SB 1047), an explosive piece of legislation that could put AI companies in the crosshairs with a strict liability regime if their systems create catastrophic harms, like taking down critical infrastructure. The governor’s position on anything Newsom has to do with the bill has ignited heated controversy by both sides as governors decide whether to sign or veto legislation. 

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Overview of SB 1047

SB 1047 aims to ensure that the largest AI vendors are legally liable for any catastrophe their technologies may unleash on the world. The legislation focuses on cases that involve mass fatalities or losses in excess of $500 million.