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Gov. Newsom Issues Executive Order to Prep Workers, Businesses for AI Disruption
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Gov. Newsom Issues Executive Order to Prep Workers, Businesses for AI Disruption

May 22nd, 2026 • 5 minView Source

California Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order to attempt to deal with the impacts of artificial intelligence on workers and businesses. Related: Acrisure to Cut 2,250 Employees, Citing Advances in Technology and AI The order directs the state to …

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