CA SB893

Establishes the California Artificial Intelligence Research Hub in the Government Operations Agency as a centralized entity to advance artificial intelligence research and development while protecting privacy and addressing potential harms to society.

Requires the Government Operations Agency, Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development, California Privacy Protection Agency, and Department of Technology to collaborate in establishing the hub and consulting with state academic institutions.

Directs the hub to create a streamlined process for researchers at academic institutions to access government data while excluding trade secrets and personal information, with all releases requiring California Privacy Protection Agency approval.

Requires the hub to support development of artificial intelligence computing capacity through public infrastructure, commercial access facilitation, or cost reduction measures for research institutions.

Tasks the hub with spurring innovation in artificial intelligence applications for public benefit and ensuring development of trustworthy artificial intelligence technologies focused on transparency, fairness, and accountability.