SB1248California2025 sessionIntroduced
State agencies: automated decision systems.
Plain-language summary
Requires state agencies in California to follow specific rules when procuring and using automated decision systems. The bill adds new Government Code provisions establishing standards for how state entities evaluate, adopt, and oversee automated decision tools used in public services. It applies to California state agencies rather than local governments.
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History
Feb 19, 2026
SIntroduced. Read first time. To Com. on RLS. for assignment. To print.
Feb 20, 2026
SFrom printer. May be acted upon on or after March 22.
Mar 4, 2026
SReferred to Coms. on G.O. and P., D.T., & C.P.
Mar 18, 2026
SSet for hearing March 24.
Mar 24, 2026
SFrom committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on P., D.T., & C.P. (Ayes 13. Noes 0. Page 3658.) (March 24). Re-referred to Com. on P., D.T., & C.P.
Apr 13, 2026
SSet for hearing April 15.
Apr 21, 2026
SFrom committee: Do pass and re-refer to Com. on APPR. (Ayes 9. Noes 0. Page 3958.) (April 20). Re-referred to Com. on APPR.
Apr 24, 2026
SSet for hearing May 4.
May 4, 2026
SMay 4 hearing: Placed on APPR. suspense file.
May 8, 2026
SSet for hearing May 14.
May 14, 2026
SMay 14 hearing: Held in committee and under submission.
Progress
IntroducedFeb 19, 2026
Engrossed
Enrolled
Passed
Signed into law
Sponsors
CC
Sen. Christopher Cabaldon (D)Prime sponsor
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