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CA SB947
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Jerry McNerney
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AI Summary
- Prohibits employers from using automated decision systems (ADS) to infer workers' protected status, conduct predictive behavior analysis, identify workers exercising legal rights, or set individualized compensation based on worker data without clear business justification
- Bans employers from relying solely on ADS for discipline, termination, or deactivation decisions; requires human reviewers to conduct independent investigations and compile corroborating evidence before such decisions
- Grants workers the right to request copies of their own data used by an ADS in discipline or termination decisions, limited to one request per 12 months covering the most recent 12-month period
- Requires employers to provide written postuse notice when ADS assists in discipline or termination, including disclosure that ADS was used, that human review occurred, and contact information for obtaining more details
- Establishes enforcement through the Labor Commissioner or private civil action, with a $500 civil penalty for violations, and prohibits retaliation against workers exercising rights under the law
Legislative Description
Employment: automated decision systems.
Last Action
Referred to Coms. on L., P.E. & R. and P., D.T., & C.P.
2/18/2026
Committee Referrals
Labor, Public Employment and Retirement2/18/2026
Rules2/2/2026
Full Bill Text
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