United States of America: Copyright Protection Regulation for AI Training Data (AB 412) was introduced to State Assembly

On 4 February 2025, the Copyright Protection Regulation for AI Training Data (AB 412) was introduced to the State Assembly. The Bill requires developers of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) systems to document and disclose copyrighted materials used to train the systems before making them publicly available in California. It also requires developers to provide copyright owners with a list of their materials within seven days of a request, with daily fines for violations. If a copyright owner's material is not used, developers must notify the copyright owner within 30 days. The Bill also gives copyright owners the right to bring civil actions against developers who fail to comply, allowing for monetary damages, injunctive relief and attorneys' fees.