California AB 316 (Artificial intelligence: defenses)
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Original title: Artificial intelligence: defenses
AB 316
Summary
The bill was signed by Governor Newsom on October 13, 2025 as part of a package on children's online safety and emerging technology. According to the source, it creates clear accountability for harm caused by AI technology by preventing those who develop, alter, or use artificial intelligence from escaping liability by asserting that the technology acted autonomously.
Who it applies to
Applies to those who develop, alter, or use artificial intelligence in California, in the context of liability for harm caused by AI technology. The source does not detail further coverage.
Key points
- Prevents AI developers, modifiers and users from escaping liability by asserting the technology acted autonomously.
- Listed among the bills signed by Governor Newsom on October 13, 2025.
- Authored by Assemblymember Maggy Krell.
Key dates
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- Official text / status page
- www.gov.ca.gov/2025/10/13/governor-newsom-signs-bills-to-fu…
Sources are often in other languages; links open the original. - Topics
- AI agents & liability · Consumer protection