Artificial intelligence (AI) and child safety. [Ballot]

Dec 12, 2025 - The law excludes certain chatbots, such as those used solely for customer service, business operations, video game interactions limited to game-related topics, and stand-alone voice-activated virtual assistants that do not maintain relationships across interactions.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2025-025

Public access to state and local government records (Amendment #1). [Ballot]

Sep 21, 2023 - Such public records include wr itten documents, photographs, audio, or videos prepared or retained by a government entity. Under existing law, government entities generally are not specifically required to obtai n and retain copies of records from third-party contractors or vendors.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2023-015

Peace officer use of force. [Ballot]

Oct 12, 2021 - In recent years, many local public safety agencies in California have begun using body cameras, which are video cameras attached to the front of an officer ’s uniform. Body cameras can be used to provide evidence in court cases and to increase the accountability of officers.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2021-010

Online sports wagering. [Ballot]

Oct 20, 2021 - The measure defines sports events to inclu de athletic events as well as certain non-athletic events, such as award shows and video game competitions. However, the measure prohibits online wagering on various events, includ ing youth sports events (such as high school games) and elections.
https://lao.ca.gov/BallotAnalysis/Initiative/2021-017