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Technology,
Administrative/Regulatory

Jan. 2, 2026

SB 53: Balancing AI innovation with public safety

Allison Melendez

Attorney
KENT | PINCIN

Email: info@kentpincinlaw.com

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SB 53: Balancing AI innovation with public safety

SB 53, or the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act, was signed into law on Sept. 29 by Gov. Gavin Newsom. SB 53 marks the first time a U.S. state has passed a law specifically regulating the development of AI.

California is known as the birthplace of tech, and the AI industry continues to thrive in the state. This law places a set of requirements, protections and structures aimed at balancing AI innovation while protecting public safety.

The law seeks to p...

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