California Generative AI Training Data Transparency Act
Requires generative AI developers to publish high-level documentation about the datasets used to train their systems, including sources and whether personal or copyrighted data is included.
Overview
Requires generative AI developers to publish high-level documentation about the datasets used to train their systems, including sources and whether personal or copyrighted data is included.
Key dates
- Sep 28, 2024Signed into law
- Jan 1, 2026Disclosure requirement in force
Risk areas addressed
Who it applies to
Developers of generative AI systems or services made available to Californians.
Penalties & enforcement
Enforceable under California consumer/unfair-competition law.
Enforced by: California Attorney General
Whatever your exposure to California AB 2013, the practical work is the same: inventory the AI systems in scope, map them to concrete obligations, and keep the evidence to show it. A structured AI governance programme — risk assessments, documentation and continuous monitoring — turns a moving regulatory target into a repeatable process.