( May 21, 2026, 16:29 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: California Governor Gavin Newsom announced an executive order directing the state to prepare workers, small businesses and communities of any possible economic disruption that artificial intelligence might bring to the workforce. The order mobilizes state agencies, labor experts, economists, universities and industry leaders to develop new policies, gather data and identify early warning signs of workforce disruption — while ensuring workers share in any gains created by AI-driven productivity.Statement follows in full. Also see attached file. ...
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