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AB 1651: State Bar of California: artificial intelligence.
What AB 1651 does, verified August 24, 2026
This bill requires the state bar to disclose the use of artificial intelligence-generated content on its website and in study materials. The state bar must disclose this information on its internet website and on the cover page of study materials. The disclosure applies to any artificial intelligence-generated content used in developing or administering state bar examinations, regardless of whether it is revised or reviewed by a human. The bill becomes operative on January 1, 2028.
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Last action: Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 116, Statutes of 2026. (2026-08-22)Alert me
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| Aug. 22, 2026 | Chaptered by Secretary of State - Chapter 116, Statutes of 2026. |
| Aug. 22, 2026 | Approved by the Governor. |
| Aug. 10, 2026 | Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 1 p.m. |
| Aug. 03, 2026 | Senate amendments concurred in. To Engrossing and Enrolling. (Ayes 72. Noes 0. Page 6031.). |
| Jun. 25, 2026 | In Assembly. Concurrence in Senate amendments pending. |