What is an independent verification organization under SB 813?

The governor's office describes it as a certified body with the technical expertise and independence from AI companies to assess AI systems and models for safety and risk and for compliance with state law.

When do the SB 813 procedures have to be ready?

Executive Order N-9-26 of 18 September 2026 tells the Government Operations Agency to post the application requirements, procedures and criteria for verification organizations no later than 1 May 2027.

California SB 813 (independent verification organizations for AI): Policy Overview, Specs and News

California SB 813 (independent verification organizations for AI)

California Senate Bill 813, by Senator Jerry McNerney, sets up a state framework for certifying independent verification organizations that assess AI systems and models for safety and risk. Governor Gavin Newsom signed it on 9 September 2026, together with AB 1405, which creates a state registry for AI auditors.

Last reviewed 28 Oct 2026

Facts at a glance

Jurisdiction	California, United States
Author	Senator Jerry McNerney (D-Pleasanton) source
Signed	9 September 2026 source
Companion bill	AB 1405 (Bauer-Kahan), state registry for AI auditors source
Implementing agency	Government Operations Agency
Application rules due	By 1 May 2027 under Executive Order N-9-26 source

Questions people ask

What is an independent verification organization under SB 813?: The governor's office describes it as a certified body with the technical expertise and independence from AI companies to assess AI systems and models for safety and risk and for compliance with state law.
When do the SB 813 procedures have to be ready?: Executive Order N-9-26 of 18 September 2026 tells the Government Operations Agency to post the application requirements, procedures and criteria for verification organizations no later than 1 May 2027.