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CA AB2583
Bill
Status
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Patrick Ahrens
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AI Summary
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Enacts the "AI for Main Street Act" requiring California's Small Business Advocate to assist small businesses in evaluating and implementing artificial intelligence in their operations
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Mandates the Small Business Advocate provide information, guidance, and training on AI use, best practices, data and intellectual property protection, cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, and customer trust
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Requires development of training materials specifically for incorporating artificial intelligence into small business operations
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Directs the Small Business Advocate to conduct outreach to small businesses regarding AI use to the extent practical
Legislative Description
Office of Small Business Advocate: artificial intelligence.
Last Action
Referred to Coms. on E.D., G., & H.I. and P. & C.P.
3/9/2026