California Proposes Mandatory AI Safety Disclosures for Tech Giants

California legislators are reviving efforts to regulate artificial intelligence with a new bill that WOULD require companies like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic to disclose their safety protocols. The proposed amendments to Senate Bill 53, introduced by State Senator Scott Wiener, mandate public reporting of risk monitoring systems, deployment safeguards, and significant safety incidents.

The MOVE reflects growing concerns about unchecked AI development. Unlike last year's vetoed proposal, this version emphasizes transparency rather than liability—a strategic shift that could establish California as the de facto standard-setter for AI governance in the absence of federal legislation.

Whistleblower protections embedded in the bill aim to encourage internal reporting of risks. As the AI arms race accelerates, these disclosure requirements may force tech giants to balance innovation with public accountability.