By Amy Miller ( September 1, 2026, 20:56 GMT | Insight) -- California lawmakers have approved a package of more than 20 artificial intelligence bills, and instead of trying to regulate the technology broadly, the legislation would impose sector-specific restrictions. Together, the legislation sent to Governor Gavin Newsom for approval aims to keep humans legally responsible for consequential decisions, require disclosure or review of AI use, and impose targeted rules to protect children, employees, healthcare and education.California lawmakers have approved a package of more than 20 artificial intelligence bills, and instead of trying to regulate the technology broadly, the legislation would impose sector-specific restrictions....
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