What does California SB 947 require?

According to the governor's office, it prohibits employers from relying only on AI when making a disciplinary action or termination decision, so that real people review automated employment actions.

When was SB 947 signed?

Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 947 on 30 September 2026, together with other AI bills on worker protection, health care and transparency.

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State law (California)

California SB 947 (Employment: automated decision systems)

California Senate Bill 947, by Senator Jerry McNerney, limits how employers use automated decision systems at work. Governor Gavin Newsom signed it on 30 September 2026. According to the governor's office, it bars employers from relying only on AI when they discipline or fire a worker, so a person must review those decisions.

Last reviewed 28 Oct 2026

Facts at a glance

Jurisdiction	California, United States
Author	Senator Jerry McNerney (D-Pleasanton) source
Title	Employment: automated decision systems
Signed	30 September 2026 source
Core rule	Employers may not rely only on AI for discipline or termination decisions
Effective date	Not stated in the governor's announcement

Questions people ask

What does California SB 947 require?: According to the governor's office, it prohibits employers from relying only on AI when making a disciplinary action or termination decision, so that real people review automated employment actions.
When was SB 947 signed?: Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 947 on 30 September 2026, together with other AI bills on worker protection, health care and transparency.