California SB 53 (TFAIA): Frontier developer obligations apply
Tech · Compliance deadlines · Thu, January 1, 2026 · California · US
Frontier AI frameworks, transparency reports, critical safety incident reporting (15 days, or 24 hours for imminent risk of death or serious injury) and whistleblower protections apply. Not legal advice.
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| Date | Event | When |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 29, 2025 | California SB 53 (TFAIA): SB 53 signed | 12 mo ago |
| Thu, Jan 1, 2026 | California SB 53 (TFAIA): Frontier developer obligations apply | 9 mo ago |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | California SB 53 (TFAIA): First OES anonymized incident report and CDT definition review | in 3 mo |
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