Oversight of certain frontier artificial intelligence (AI) companies. [Ballot]

Jan 20, 2026 - In addition, certain p rivate individuals and organizations may bring civil actions to enforce compliance by regulated entities that have violated the measure ’s requirements. Creates California AI Safety Fund.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-034

Oversight of certain public benefit artificial intelligence (AI) companies. [Ballot]

Jan 20, 2026 - For example, California-based companies could make changes to their r esearch, development, or investment decisions in response to the measure ’s oversight and compliance requirements. If such changes affect company profits or employment levels in California, it would affect state and local tax revenues.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-033

Oversight of certain nonprofit charities and related entities. [Ballot]

Jan 20, 2026 - Department of Justice (DOJ) Regulates Nonprofit Charities in California. State law provides DOJ with authority to regulate nonprofit charities within the state in a few key ways. First, state law requires most nonprofit charities register and provide DOJ with certain information annually.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-032

Artificial intelligence and child safety. [Ballot]

Jan 27, 2026 - The measure directs the DOJ to adopt regulations to implement and administer its requirements. These regulations would address independent audits of covered AI systems, including auditor standards, audit scope and methodology, and procedures for submitting and reviewing audit reports.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-036

Special taxes. [Ballot]

Jan 27, 2026 - Some of the State Auditor ’s audits are recurring to ensure ongoing compliance with the law while others are one time in nature. Proposal One-Time Audits Before Special Taxes Appear on Ballot Through Initiative Process.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-040