Existing law requires all contracts for the acquisition of information technology goods and services related to information technology projects, as defined, to be made by or under the supervision of the Department of Technology. Existing law requires all other contracts for the acquisition of information technology goods or services to be made by or under the supervision of the Department of General Services. Under existing law, both the Department of Technology and the Department of General Services are authorized to delegate their authority to another agency, as specified.
This bill would require the Department of Technology to establish safety, privacy, and nondiscrimination standards relating to artificial intelligence services, as defined. Commencing August 1, 2025, the bill would prohibit a contract for artificial
intelligence services, as defined, from being entered into by the state unless the provider meets those standards.
This bill would require the Department of Technology to report to the Legislature regarding the standards it establishes, as specified.