How to Comply with Recordkeeping — CA AI Transparency Act

SB 942 · CA · Effective Jan 1, 2026

In effect

Maintain records of watermarking and disclosure implementation.

Implementation steps

  1. Document watermarking and disclosure approach.
  2. Retain samples and logs as required.
  3. Produce on request.

Evidence needed

  • Implementation doc
  • Retention policy

Passing criteria

  • Records retained
  • Producible
Penalties: Up to $5K per violation. Enforced by Attorney General.

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