CalChamber Applauds Veto of Problematic SB 7

Prevents Overzealous Approach to Regulating Automated Decision Systems

For Immediate Release
Contact: John Myers
john.myers@calchamber.com | press@calchamber.com

(Oct. 13, 2025) Sacramento, CA — The California Chamber of Commerce today issued the following statement on the Governor’s veto of Senate Bill 7:

“We are grateful the Governor heard the concerns of a broad, diverse coalition that opposed SB 7 for its sweeping approach to regulating the use of automated decision systems in employment.

“It’s now time to move forward and business leaders stand ready to work on a thoughtful, targeted approach to technology governance that will keep California a global leader in innovation.”

CalChamber
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