Artificial intelligence: education and workforce development.

Legislative status

1. Introduced
2. In Committee
3. Reported by Committee
4. Floor Vote Scheduled
5. Passed One Chamber
6. Passed Both Chambers
7. Sent to Executive
8. Signed into Law

Summary

The bill adds a new chapter to the Government Code that directs California community colleges to develop AI‑related curricula, guidance, and pilot projects, and requires the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO‑Biz) to set up local AI training hubs and workforce programs. It also tasks the California Office of Small Business Advocate with producing AI resources for small firms. Funding must be appropriated by the Legislature for each activity, and the agencies must report on their progress.

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Hearings

• Higher Education Committee Hearing
  Higher Education · Apr 7, 2026
• Higher Education
  Higher Education · Apr 7, 2026

History

1. Apr 7, 2026In committee: Set, first hearing. Hearing canceled at the request of author.
2. Mar 23, 2026Re-referred to Com. on HIGHER ED.
3. Mar 19, 2026Referred to Coms. on HIGHER ED. , E.D., G., & H.I. and P. & C.P.
4. Mar 19, 2026From committee chair, with author's amendments: Amend, and re-refer to Com. on HIGHER ED. Read second time and amended.
5. Feb 21, 2026From printer. May be heard in committee March 23.
6. Feb 20, 2026Read first time. To print.

Sponsors

• Ahrens · sponsor

Bill text

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