Support for SB 1047

“As one of the few companies that may in the future develop models that would be covered under SB 1047, Imbue believes this bill strikes an appropriate balance between promoting responsible innovation and mitigating potential risks from powerful AI. Imbue is proof that all frontier model developers can implement robust safety practices while remaining competitive.”
- Imbue’s letter supporting SB 1047.

What people are saying

“Forty years ago when I was training the first version of the AI algorithms behind tools like ChatGPT, no one - including myself - would have predicted how far AI would progress. Powerful AI systems bring incredible promise, but the risks are also very real and should be taken extremely seriously. SB 1047 takes a very sensible approach to balance those concerns. I am still passionate about the potential for AI to save lives through improvements in science and medicine, but it’s critical that we have legislation with real teeth to address the risks. California is a natural place for that to start, as it is the place this technology has taken off"

— Professor Geoffrey Hinton
"AI systems beyond a certain level of capability can pose meaningful risks to democracies and public safety. Therefore, they should be properly tested and subject to appropriate safety measures. This bill offers a practical approach to accomplishing this, and is a major step toward the requirements that I've recommended to legislators."

— Professor Bengio
“SB 1047 just seems like good, reasonable policy, and we’re excited to see support academic research and startups within the bill"

— Evan Conrad, Founder at SF Compute Company
"I’m optimistic about this balanced legislative proposal that picks up where the White House Executive Order on AI left off. SB 1047 addresses at the state level the most dangerous, near-term potential risks to civil society and national security in practical and feasible ways. It thoughtfully navigates the serious risks that AI poses to both civil society and national security, offering pragmatic solutions. It lays the groundwork for further dialogue among the tech industry and federal, state, and local governments, aiming for a harmonious balance between fostering American innovation and protecting the country."

— Lieutenant General Jack Shanahan
"The theft of a powerful AI system from a leading lab by our adversaries would impose considerable risks on us all. Developers of the most advanced AI systems need to take significant cybersecurity precautions given the potential risks involved in their work. I’m glad to see that SB 1047 helps establish the necessary protective measures."

— Hon. Andrew C. Weber, former Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear, Chemical & Biological Defense Programs.

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Support for SB 1047

“SB 1047 just seems like good, reasonable policy, and we’re excited to see support academic research and startups within the bill"

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