With the recent passage of the “No Robo Bosses Act” (SB 947) and amendments to the California WARN Act (SB 951), California has pioneered new guidance for employers’ use of AI in employment decisions. Governor Newsom’s September 30 approval of both statutes (despite vetoing prior versions) comes amid growing skepticism about the unchecked usage of increasingly pervasive AI tools. It also provides opportunities for employers to prevent or mitigate employment-related risks that have led to individual and representative action liability across several industries. 

California HR executives, corporate counsel, and business owners must understand these legislative changes to mitigate preventable risks and steer their businesses toward accomplishing business objectives.  

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