Beyond SB 1047: What the 2025 'Watered Down' AI Safety Law Actually Requires
Safety frameworks are the new SOC2. What the 2025 CA law requires. 🛡️
It's Not "Optional"
Critics called the post-SB 1047 landscape "watered down," but for engineering teams, the requirements are still rigorous.
The Core Requirement: A Safety Framework
You must have a documented safety framework. This isn't just a policy PDF; it's a set of operational controls.
- Testing: How do you test for hazardous capabilities?
- Safeguards: What prevents the model from being misused?
- Governance: Who signs off on deployment?
Conclusion
Treat your safety framework like a SOC2 audit. Document everything, or risk being shut down.