CalChamber Statement on Governor’s Veto of SB 1047 - Advocacy - California Chamber of Commerce

Summary

The California Chamber of Commerce issued a statement supporting Governor Newsom's veto of SB 1047, a bill that would have imposed safety requirements and liability on large AI model developers. CalChamber had opposed the bill as a 'job killer,' arguing it would stifle AI innovation in California. The statement reflects broader business community concerns about AI regulation.

Key Points

• •CalChamber supported Governor Newsom's veto of SB 1047, which it had labeled a 'job killer' bill.
• •SB 1047 would have required safety testing and imposed liability on developers of large AI models trained above a compute threshold.
• •The business community argued the bill would drive AI development out of California and harm innovation.
• •The veto was a significant moment in U.S. AI governance, reflecting tension between safety advocates and industry interests.
• •CalChamber's position illustrates the lobbying dynamics shaping AI policy at the state level.