Artificial Intelligence: A Roadmap for California

Report #245, November 2018
Artificial Intelligence: A Roadmap for California

Full Report

Executive Summary

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
November 27, 2018
For Additional Information Contact:
Tamar Foster, Project Manager
(916) 445-2125

California Could Be Left Behind

Little Hoover Commission Issues a Roadmap for Developing Robust California Policies on Artificial Intelligence

Today, the Little Hoover Commission issued Artificial Intelligence: A Roadmap for California. A competitive race is underway to develop and use AI technologies, which could increase the global economy by $13 trillion dollars.

Commission Chair Pedro Nava said, “Between now and 2030, AI technologies could have an economic impact in California of well more than $400 billion and anywhere from 1 to 11 million California jobs could be effected. Yet, California, the 5th largest economy in the world, bigger than the United Kingdom, India and France, isn’t truly engaged in the race to harness the opportunities of AI. France, Switzerland, Japan and even other U.S. states, like Indiana, Massachusetts and Vermont, have begun AI initiatives that exceed what our state has done. California can ill afford to be flatfooted in a global contest that may well define our future for the better or, if we are not prudent, perhaps the worse.”

The report urges policymakers to adopt an agenda that revolves around public engagement, building a human infrastructure, attacking pressing social needs, and protecting core values—autonomy, responsibility, privacy, transparency and accountability. The report also offers lawmakers a high-level plan with wide ranging recommendations, including: 
 

  • Building a state government infrastructure for the development and use of AI that promotes economic, social and environmental good;
  • Ensuring AI education in California schools and institutions of higher education;
  • Improving the state’s collection of data;
  • Providing incentives for AI investment, research and development; and
  • Promoting apprenticeships and training for those whose jobs may be displaced or transformed by AI, including state employees.     

Fact Sheet

Study Description

There is a global race underway by governments, large and small, to prepare for artificial intelligence technologies and applications. Where is California in that race? That is the central question the Commission sought to explore.

The Commission held one formal hearing in January 2018 and two advisory committee hearings in May and August 2018. The Commission heard testimony and received comments from industry experts, government officials, academics, business leaders, and other stakeholders.

The Commission researched and analyzed hundreds of articles and white papers on the development, use and trends of AI technology and applications. The Commission sought to understand the opportunities of artificial intelligence, namely, how AI applications and technology can be used for economic, social and environmental good. In addition, the Commission examined the potential risks involved in an AI world such as promoting bias, intruding upon privacy and displacing workers. In addition, the Commission considered the policy role of California state government in areas such as business, education and workforce development and retraining.

Agenda

Overview

The Little Hoover Commission found that between now and 2030 AI technologies could have an economic impact in California of well more than $400 billion and anywhere from 1 to 11 million California jobs could be impacted. While California state government has made some strides to use modern technology to improve operations and services, the state is ill prepared for the inevitable changes AI will bring. California state government lacks the infrastructure necessary to plan strategically for and take advantage of AI technologies while minimizing the risks associated with smarter and smarter machines.

In Artificial Intelligence: A Roadmap for California, the Commission calls for immediate action by the Governor and Legislature to adopt an agenda that revolves around public engagement, building a human infrastructure, attacking pressing social needs, and protecting core values—autonomy, responsibility, privacy, transparency and accountability. The Commission also makes a number of recommendations, including, the appointment of an AI special advisor to oversee the deployment of AI technology and applications in state government; creation of an AI commission to develop AI-related demonstration projects for critical state services; and promotion of apprenticeships and other training opportunities for employees whose jobs and/or classifications may be displaced or transformed by AI technologies and applications.

 

News References
Print Agenda
  • November 15
    2018
    Artificial Intelligence
    at approximately 2:30 p.m., BMG Conference Room, 925 L Street, Sacr
    Public Meeting
    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    November 14, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:

    Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

    (916) 445-2125

    Second Revised Notice of Meeting (Teleconference Location Updated)

    On Thursday, November 15, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a meeting to discuss and consider for adoption a draft report on the Commission’s study into artificial intelligence. The Commission may also consider items for future action or meetings. The meeting will begin at 2:30 p.m. in the BMG Conference Room located on the lower level of 925 L Street in Sacramento. This second revised notice only updates the additional teleconference locations, which are listed below:

    • 750 Battery Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94111
    • 585 Franklin Street, Mountain View, CA 94041
    • 425 S. Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90731
    • 3750 University Avenue, 6th Floor, Riverside, CA 92501-3323
    • 490 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    • 8535 W Higgins Rd, Chicago, IL 60631
    • 21-G Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Monday, November 12, 2018.

  • October 25
    2018
    Business Meeting
    at approximately 9:30 a.m., BMG Conference Room, 925 L Street, Sacr
    Business Meeting
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Business Meeting
    Thursday, October 25, 2018
    925 L Street, BMG Conference Room
    Sacramento, CA

    I. Business Meeting Minutes from March 22, July 26 and September 27, 2018

    II. Draft Report on AI Study for Review and Consideration

    III. Draft Report on Voter Participation for Review and Consideration

    IV. Subcommittee Reports

    V. Project Selection

    VI. Implementation and Impact Activity

    VII. Reports from the California State Auditor’s Office

    VIII. Closed Session:

    PERSONNEL

    The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1). 

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    October 12, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:

    Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

    (916) 445-2125

    Revised Notice of Meeting (Meeting Location Updated)

    On Thursday, October 25, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a business meeting to review and consider draft letter reports on two current studies. The Commission will also conduct regularly scheduled activities. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the BMG Conference Room located on the lower level of 925 L Street in Sacramento.

    Following this discussion, the Commission may meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).  The Commission will then reconvene in open session and publically announce any actions taken in closed session consistent with Government Code section 11126.3, subdivision(f).

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, October 18, 2018.

  • September 27
    2018
    Business Meeting
    at approximately 9:30 a.m., Room 175, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
    Business Meeting
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Business Meeting
    Thursday, September 27, 2017
    925 L Street, Room 175
    Sacramento, CA

    I. Business Meeting Minutes from March 22, 2018 and July 26, 2018

    II. Draft Letter on Denti-Cal Update for Review, Consideration and Possible Adoption

    III. Draft Report for Review and Consideration on AI Study

    IV. Subcommittee Reports

    V. Project Selection

    VI. Implementation and Impact Activity

    VII. Reports from the California State Auditor’s Office

    VIII. Closed Session:

    PERSONNEL

    The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1). 

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    September 13, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:

    Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

    (916) 445-2125

    Notice of Meeting

    On Thursday, September 27, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a business meeting to review and consider a draft report on a current study and a draft letter report on a prior study. The Commission will also conduct regularly scheduled activities. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Conference Room 175 located on the first floor of 925 L Street in Sacramento.

    Following this discussion, the Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).  The Commission will then reconvene in open session and publically announce any actions taken in closed session consistent with Government Code section 11126.3, subdivision(f).

    Following these updates, the Commission will conduct other business as detailed on the agenda. 

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, September 20, 2018.

  • August 23
    2018
    Artificial Intelligence
    9:30 a.m., Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Con
    Advisory Committee Meeting
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Advisory Committee Meeting
    Thursday, August 23, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center
    500 Washington Street
    San Francisco, CA 94111

     

    9:30 – 9:40 a.m.              

    Welcome and Introduction to Study
    David Beier, Chair, Artificial Intelligence Sub-Committee

    Commission Study Process and Advisory Committee Role
    Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A), Little Hoover Commission


    9:40 – 11:15 a.m.       

    Discussion

    • What are the challenges and opportunities of AI-powered technologies?

    • How can the state best utilize AI-powered technologies to improve public services and promote ethical considerations in design and deployment?
    • What role should the state play in any legal or policy framework for AI-powered technologies?


    11:15 – 11:30 a.m.              

    Final Comments

    There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the discussion. Please notify Commission staff if you would like to make a comment.

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    August 9, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:
    (916) 445-2125

    Notice of Advisory Committee Meeting

    On Thursday, August 23, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission’s subcommittee on artificial intelligence will hold an advisory committee meeting which is open to the public and will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center, 500 Washington Street, San Francisco. Members of the public will have the opportunity to comment on any item on the subcommittee’s agenda at the end of the meeting. The subcommittee also welcomes written comments on the agenda items.

    The Little Hoover Commission’s advisory committee meetings are open to the public except when specifically noticed otherwise in accordance with the Open Meeting Act. Times are approximate and subject to change.  Agenda items may be taken out of order to accommodate participants and encourage open discussion. The subcommittee meeting may be cancelled without notice.  Written comments on the agenda items should be submitted to the Commission no later than 12:00 p.m. the day before the subcommittee meeting. Please email written comments to jeanne.wolfe@lhc.ca.gov. For any questions regarding this meeting, please call (916) 445-2125.

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, August 16, 2018.

  • May 24
    2018
    Future of Work, Automation and Workforce Data
    9:30 a.m.
    Advisory Committee Meeting
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Advisory Committee Meeting on Future of Work, Automation and Workforce Data
    Thursday, May 24, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Lower Level Conference Room
    925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
    and
    425 S Palos Verdes Street
    San Pedro, CA 90731


    Meeting Background: The Little Hoover Commission is conducting a study on the applications and implications of artificial intelligence (AI). Its first hearing focused on the key challenges of AI in California, its economic implications and how it can be used to solve societal ills. Following the hearing, Commissioners indicated they wanted to learn about how California is preparing for the impacts of automation using state-owned data and discuss future workforce impacts. This advisory committee meeting will allow state officials, labor union representatives and other stakeholders the opportunity to discuss how the state collects labor data and share their views on how improvements can be made so long-term projections better reflect impacts of AI.


    Meeting Goals: To allow stakeholders to share information on labor data and its current limitations, discuss potential changes in the workforce and brainstorm on how the state can create and obtain better information to inform its planning decisions. The intent is to inform Commission recommendations.


    9:30 – 9:45 a.m.              

    Welcome and Introductions
    David Beier, Chair, Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee
    Iveta Brigis, Vice Chair, Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee
    Sean Varner, Vice Chair, Little Hoover Commission

    9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
    Government Agencies            

    • Understanding the lack of long-term labor data: What role does your state agency play in the creation of labor data and workforce planning? Does your agency develop or use long-term labor projections? What are the limitations of that information when considering how AI will impact future jobs? What essential state policies are implicated by correct or incorrect labor projections? How are you planning for the impacts of automation, AI and robotics? What labor data predictions do you wish the state had?

    10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
    All Participants 

    • Trends in the future of work: How is your organization or agency researching AI and automation? What are the data sources you use? What are the limitations of current data, and how could they be improved? What are the three or four major trends in job losses and gains, changes in the nature of work and evolution in the skills necessary for the jobs of the future due to AI?

    11:15 – 11:45 a.m.
    All Participants

    • Opportunities and impacts of AI and machine learning: Based on your own research and knowledge, what are the biggest ways AI and machine learning might impact the State of California, its residents and its current and future workforce? How can we work together to incorporate data-driven decision-making and strategic planning in discussions regarding the impacts of automation?


    11:45 – 12:00 p.m.              

    Final Comments

    There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the discussion. Please notify Commission staff if you would like to make a comment.

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    May 22, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:
    (916) 445-0994

    Notice of Meeting

    On Thursday, May 24th, 2018, the Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee of the Little Hoover Commission will hold an advisory committee meeting with government agencies and labor representatives to discuss what economic data California needs in order to assess and prepare for the impacts of AI and automation. The intent of the meeting is to inform Commission recommendations. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Lower Level Conference Room located at 925 L Street in Sacramento, California. A teleconference location accessible to the public during the advisory committee meeting is available at 425 S Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90271. 

    There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the meeting. The Commission also encourages written comments.

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, May 17, 2018.

  • January 25
    2018
    Artificial Intelligence: Applications and Implications
    9:30 a.m., State Capitol, Room 437, Sacramento, CA
    Public Hearing
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Public Hearing on Artificial Intelligence
    Thursday, January 25, 2018, at 9:30 a.m.
    State Capitol, Room 437
    Sacramento, CA 95814


    Artificial Intelligence, Automation and Employment

    1. Michael Chui, Partner, McKinsey & Company (Written Testimony)
       
    2. Lenny Mendonca, Co-Chair, California Forward (Written Testimony)
       

    Artificial Intelligence Policy: A Primer and Roadmap for Government

    1. Ryan Calo, Associate Professor, University of Washington School of Law (Written Testimony)
       

    Workforce and Automation: Implications and Potential Mitigations

    1. Robert Atkinson, President, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (Written Testimony)
       
    2. Annette Bernhardt, Senior Researcher, UC Berkeley Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (Written Testimony)
       
    3. Glenda Humiston, Vice President, UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (Written Testimony, Attachment)
       

    Artificial Intelligence Takes on Societal Problems

    1. Eric Rice and Milind Tambe, Co-Directors, USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society (Written Testimony)
       

    Comments Made by the Public

    California State University (Written Testimony)

     

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    January 11, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:
    Terri Hardy, Deputy Executive Director
    (916) 445-2125

    Notice of Meeting

    On Thursday, January 25, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a public hearing on the applications of artificial intelligence in California. The Commission will consider the key challenges of artificial intelligence, its economic implications for the state and how it can be used to solve societal ills.  The hearing will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Room 437 of the State Capitol in Sacramento.

    At the hearing, the Commission will first hear a discussion regarding artificial intelligence and employment. Representatives from McKinsey & Company and California Forward will discuss research on occupational disruption as a result of new technologies. Next, the Commission will hear from a University of Washington law and technology professor, who will discuss the major policy questions of artificial intelligence, its current and future applications and the importance of ensuring some form of in-house technical expertise for policymakers. The Commission will then hear from a panel on workforce impacts of artificial intelligence and automation. The panel, consisting of representatives from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation and the University of California, will discuss the positive and negative effects of automation, potential policy mitigations such as retraining and the role of government in supporting artificial intelligence.  Lastly, the Commission will hear from representatives of the USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society, who will discuss the use of artificial intelligence in solving difficult social problems such as educating homeless youth about HIV and AIDS.  

    There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the hearing.  Public comments will be limited to three minutes per person.  The Commission also encourages written comments.

    Immediately following the hearing, the Commission will hold a business meeting in the lower level conference room at 925 L Street in Sacramento.

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, January 18, 2018.

    Video

November 15
2018
Artificial Intelligence
at approximately 2:30 p.m., BMG Conference Room, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Public Meeting
Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 14, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:

Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

(916) 445-2125

Second Revised Notice of Meeting (Teleconference Location Updated)

On Thursday, November 15, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a meeting to discuss and consider for adoption a draft report on the Commission’s study into artificial intelligence. The Commission may also consider items for future action or meetings. The meeting will begin at 2:30 p.m. in the BMG Conference Room located on the lower level of 925 L Street in Sacramento. This second revised notice only updates the additional teleconference locations, which are listed below:

  • 750 Battery Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94111
  • 585 Franklin Street, Mountain View, CA 94041
  • 425 S. Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90731
  • 3750 University Avenue, 6th Floor, Riverside, CA 92501-3323
  • 490 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
  • 8535 W Higgins Rd, Chicago, IL 60631
  • 21-G Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Monday, November 12, 2018.

October 25
2018
Business Meeting
at approximately 9:30 a.m., BMG Conference Room, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Business Meeting
Agenda

AGENDA

Business Meeting
Thursday, October 25, 2018
925 L Street, BMG Conference Room
Sacramento, CA

I. Business Meeting Minutes from March 22, July 26 and September 27, 2018

II. Draft Report on AI Study for Review and Consideration

III. Draft Report on Voter Participation for Review and Consideration

IV. Subcommittee Reports

V. Project Selection

VI. Implementation and Impact Activity

VII. Reports from the California State Auditor’s Office

VIII. Closed Session:

PERSONNEL

The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1). 

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 12, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:

Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

(916) 445-2125

Revised Notice of Meeting (Meeting Location Updated)

On Thursday, October 25, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a business meeting to review and consider draft letter reports on two current studies. The Commission will also conduct regularly scheduled activities. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the BMG Conference Room located on the lower level of 925 L Street in Sacramento.

Following this discussion, the Commission may meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).  The Commission will then reconvene in open session and publically announce any actions taken in closed session consistent with Government Code section 11126.3, subdivision(f).

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, October 18, 2018.

September 27
2018
Business Meeting
at approximately 9:30 a.m., Room 175, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Business Meeting
Agenda

AGENDA

Business Meeting
Thursday, September 27, 2017
925 L Street, Room 175
Sacramento, CA

I. Business Meeting Minutes from March 22, 2018 and July 26, 2018

II. Draft Letter on Denti-Cal Update for Review, Consideration and Possible Adoption

III. Draft Report for Review and Consideration on AI Study

IV. Subcommittee Reports

V. Project Selection

VI. Implementation and Impact Activity

VII. Reports from the California State Auditor’s Office

VIII. Closed Session:

PERSONNEL

The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1). 

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 13, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:

Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

(916) 445-2125

Notice of Meeting

On Thursday, September 27, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a business meeting to review and consider a draft report on a current study and a draft letter report on a prior study. The Commission will also conduct regularly scheduled activities. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Conference Room 175 located on the first floor of 925 L Street in Sacramento.

Following this discussion, the Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).  The Commission will then reconvene in open session and publically announce any actions taken in closed session consistent with Government Code section 11126.3, subdivision(f).

Following these updates, the Commission will conduct other business as detailed on the agenda. 

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, September 20, 2018.

August 23
2018
Artificial Intelligence
9:30 a.m., Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center, 500 Washington Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
Advisory Committee Meeting
Agenda

AGENDA

Advisory Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 23, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center
500 Washington Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

 

9:30 – 9:40 a.m.              

Welcome and Introduction to Study
David Beier, Chair, Artificial Intelligence Sub-Committee

Commission Study Process and Advisory Committee Role
Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A), Little Hoover Commission


9:40 – 11:15 a.m.       

Discussion

  • What are the challenges and opportunities of AI-powered technologies?

  • How can the state best utilize AI-powered technologies to improve public services and promote ethical considerations in design and deployment?
  • What role should the state play in any legal or policy framework for AI-powered technologies?


11:15 – 11:30 a.m.              

Final Comments

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the discussion. Please notify Commission staff if you would like to make a comment.

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 9, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:
(916) 445-2125

Notice of Advisory Committee Meeting

On Thursday, August 23, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission’s subcommittee on artificial intelligence will hold an advisory committee meeting which is open to the public and will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center, 500 Washington Street, San Francisco. Members of the public will have the opportunity to comment on any item on the subcommittee’s agenda at the end of the meeting. The subcommittee also welcomes written comments on the agenda items.

The Little Hoover Commission’s advisory committee meetings are open to the public except when specifically noticed otherwise in accordance with the Open Meeting Act. Times are approximate and subject to change.  Agenda items may be taken out of order to accommodate participants and encourage open discussion. The subcommittee meeting may be cancelled without notice.  Written comments on the agenda items should be submitted to the Commission no later than 12:00 p.m. the day before the subcommittee meeting. Please email written comments to jeanne.wolfe@lhc.ca.gov. For any questions regarding this meeting, please call (916) 445-2125.

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, August 16, 2018.

May 24
2018
Future of Work, Automation and Workforce Data
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room, Lower Level, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Advisory Committee Meeting
Agenda

AGENDA

Advisory Committee Meeting on Future of Work, Automation and Workforce Data
Thursday, May 24, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lower Level Conference Room
925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
and
425 S Palos Verdes Street
San Pedro, CA 90731


Meeting Background: The Little Hoover Commission is conducting a study on the applications and implications of artificial intelligence (AI). Its first hearing focused on the key challenges of AI in California, its economic implications and how it can be used to solve societal ills. Following the hearing, Commissioners indicated they wanted to learn about how California is preparing for the impacts of automation using state-owned data and discuss future workforce impacts. This advisory committee meeting will allow state officials, labor union representatives and other stakeholders the opportunity to discuss how the state collects labor data and share their views on how improvements can be made so long-term projections better reflect impacts of AI.


Meeting Goals: To allow stakeholders to share information on labor data and its current limitations, discuss potential changes in the workforce and brainstorm on how the state can create and obtain better information to inform its planning decisions. The intent is to inform Commission recommendations.


9:30 – 9:45 a.m.              

Welcome and Introductions
David Beier, Chair, Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee
Iveta Brigis, Vice Chair, Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee
Sean Varner, Vice Chair, Little Hoover Commission

9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
Government Agencies            

  • Understanding the lack of long-term labor data: What role does your state agency play in the creation of labor data and workforce planning? Does your agency develop or use long-term labor projections? What are the limitations of that information when considering how AI will impact future jobs? What essential state policies are implicated by correct or incorrect labor projections? How are you planning for the impacts of automation, AI and robotics? What labor data predictions do you wish the state had?

10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
All Participants 

  • Trends in the future of work: How is your organization or agency researching AI and automation? What are the data sources you use? What are the limitations of current data, and how could they be improved? What are the three or four major trends in job losses and gains, changes in the nature of work and evolution in the skills necessary for the jobs of the future due to AI?

11:15 – 11:45 a.m.
All Participants

  • Opportunities and impacts of AI and machine learning: Based on your own research and knowledge, what are the biggest ways AI and machine learning might impact the State of California, its residents and its current and future workforce? How can we work together to incorporate data-driven decision-making and strategic planning in discussions regarding the impacts of automation?


11:45 – 12:00 p.m.              

Final Comments

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the discussion. Please notify Commission staff if you would like to make a comment.

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 22, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:
(916) 445-0994

Notice of Meeting

On Thursday, May 24th, 2018, the Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee of the Little Hoover Commission will hold an advisory committee meeting with government agencies and labor representatives to discuss what economic data California needs in order to assess and prepare for the impacts of AI and automation. The intent of the meeting is to inform Commission recommendations. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Lower Level Conference Room located at 925 L Street in Sacramento, California. A teleconference location accessible to the public during the advisory committee meeting is available at 425 S Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90271. 

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the meeting. The Commission also encourages written comments.

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, May 17, 2018.

January 25
2018
Artificial Intelligence: Applications and Implications
9:30 a.m., State Capitol, Room 437, Sacramento, CA
Public Hearing
Agenda

AGENDA

Public Hearing on Artificial Intelligence
Thursday, January 25, 2018, at 9:30 a.m.
State Capitol, Room 437
Sacramento, CA 95814


Artificial Intelligence, Automation and Employment

  1. Michael Chui, Partner, McKinsey & Company (Written Testimony)
     
  2. Lenny Mendonca, Co-Chair, California Forward (Written Testimony)
     

Artificial Intelligence Policy: A Primer and Roadmap for Government

  1. Ryan Calo, Associate Professor, University of Washington School of Law (Written Testimony)
     

Workforce and Automation: Implications and Potential Mitigations

  1. Robert Atkinson, President, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (Written Testimony)
     
  2. Annette Bernhardt, Senior Researcher, UC Berkeley Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (Written Testimony)
     
  3. Glenda Humiston, Vice President, UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (Written Testimony, Attachment)
     

Artificial Intelligence Takes on Societal Problems

  1. Eric Rice and Milind Tambe, Co-Directors, USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society (Written Testimony)
     

Comments Made by the Public

California State University (Written Testimony)

 

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 11, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:
Terri Hardy, Deputy Executive Director
(916) 445-2125

Notice of Meeting

On Thursday, January 25, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a public hearing on the applications of artificial intelligence in California. The Commission will consider the key challenges of artificial intelligence, its economic implications for the state and how it can be used to solve societal ills.  The hearing will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Room 437 of the State Capitol in Sacramento.

At the hearing, the Commission will first hear a discussion regarding artificial intelligence and employment. Representatives from McKinsey & Company and California Forward will discuss research on occupational disruption as a result of new technologies. Next, the Commission will hear from a University of Washington law and technology professor, who will discuss the major policy questions of artificial intelligence, its current and future applications and the importance of ensuring some form of in-house technical expertise for policymakers. The Commission will then hear from a panel on workforce impacts of artificial intelligence and automation. The panel, consisting of representatives from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation and the University of California, will discuss the positive and negative effects of automation, potential policy mitigations such as retraining and the role of government in supporting artificial intelligence.  Lastly, the Commission will hear from representatives of the USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society, who will discuss the use of artificial intelligence in solving difficult social problems such as educating homeless youth about HIV and AIDS.  

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the hearing.  Public comments will be limited to three minutes per person.  The Commission also encourages written comments.

Immediately following the hearing, the Commission will hold a business meeting in the lower level conference room at 925 L Street in Sacramento.

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, January 18, 2018.

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  • November 15
    2018
    Artificial Intelligence
    at approximately 2:30 p.m., BMG Conference Room, 925 L Street, Sacr
    Public Meeting
    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    November 14, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:

    Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

    (916) 445-2125

    Second Revised Notice of Meeting (Teleconference Location Updated)

    On Thursday, November 15, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a meeting to discuss and consider for adoption a draft report on the Commission’s study into artificial intelligence. The Commission may also consider items for future action or meetings. The meeting will begin at 2:30 p.m. in the BMG Conference Room located on the lower level of 925 L Street in Sacramento. This second revised notice only updates the additional teleconference locations, which are listed below:

    • 750 Battery Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94111
    • 585 Franklin Street, Mountain View, CA 94041
    • 425 S. Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90731
    • 3750 University Avenue, 6th Floor, Riverside, CA 92501-3323
    • 490 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
    • 8535 W Higgins Rd, Chicago, IL 60631
    • 21-G Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Monday, November 12, 2018.

  • October 25
    2018
    Business Meeting
    at approximately 9:30 a.m., BMG Conference Room, 925 L Street, Sacr
    Business Meeting
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Business Meeting
    Thursday, October 25, 2018
    925 L Street, BMG Conference Room
    Sacramento, CA

    I. Business Meeting Minutes from March 22, July 26 and September 27, 2018

    II. Draft Report on AI Study for Review and Consideration

    III. Draft Report on Voter Participation for Review and Consideration

    IV. Subcommittee Reports

    V. Project Selection

    VI. Implementation and Impact Activity

    VII. Reports from the California State Auditor’s Office

    VIII. Closed Session:

    PERSONNEL

    The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1). 

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    October 12, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:

    Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

    (916) 445-2125

    Revised Notice of Meeting (Meeting Location Updated)

    On Thursday, October 25, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a business meeting to review and consider draft letter reports on two current studies. The Commission will also conduct regularly scheduled activities. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the BMG Conference Room located on the lower level of 925 L Street in Sacramento.

    Following this discussion, the Commission may meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).  The Commission will then reconvene in open session and publically announce any actions taken in closed session consistent with Government Code section 11126.3, subdivision(f).

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, October 18, 2018.

  • September 27
    2018
    Business Meeting
    at approximately 9:30 a.m., Room 175, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
    Business Meeting
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Business Meeting
    Thursday, September 27, 2017
    925 L Street, Room 175
    Sacramento, CA

    I. Business Meeting Minutes from March 22, 2018 and July 26, 2018

    II. Draft Letter on Denti-Cal Update for Review, Consideration and Possible Adoption

    III. Draft Report for Review and Consideration on AI Study

    IV. Subcommittee Reports

    V. Project Selection

    VI. Implementation and Impact Activity

    VII. Reports from the California State Auditor’s Office

    VIII. Closed Session:

    PERSONNEL

    The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1). 

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    September 13, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:

    Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

    (916) 445-2125

    Notice of Meeting

    On Thursday, September 27, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a business meeting to review and consider a draft report on a current study and a draft letter report on a prior study. The Commission will also conduct regularly scheduled activities. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Conference Room 175 located on the first floor of 925 L Street in Sacramento.

    Following this discussion, the Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).  The Commission will then reconvene in open session and publically announce any actions taken in closed session consistent with Government Code section 11126.3, subdivision(f).

    Following these updates, the Commission will conduct other business as detailed on the agenda. 

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, September 20, 2018.

  • August 23
    2018
    Artificial Intelligence
    9:30 a.m., Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Con
    Advisory Committee Meeting
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Advisory Committee Meeting
    Thursday, August 23, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
    Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center
    500 Washington Street
    San Francisco, CA 94111

     

    9:30 – 9:40 a.m.              

    Welcome and Introduction to Study
    David Beier, Chair, Artificial Intelligence Sub-Committee

    Commission Study Process and Advisory Committee Role
    Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A), Little Hoover Commission


    9:40 – 11:15 a.m.       

    Discussion

    • What are the challenges and opportunities of AI-powered technologies?

    • How can the state best utilize AI-powered technologies to improve public services and promote ethical considerations in design and deployment?
    • What role should the state play in any legal or policy framework for AI-powered technologies?


    11:15 – 11:30 a.m.              

    Final Comments

    There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the discussion. Please notify Commission staff if you would like to make a comment.

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    August 9, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:
    (916) 445-2125

    Notice of Advisory Committee Meeting

    On Thursday, August 23, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission’s subcommittee on artificial intelligence will hold an advisory committee meeting which is open to the public and will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center, 500 Washington Street, San Francisco. Members of the public will have the opportunity to comment on any item on the subcommittee’s agenda at the end of the meeting. The subcommittee also welcomes written comments on the agenda items.

    The Little Hoover Commission’s advisory committee meetings are open to the public except when specifically noticed otherwise in accordance with the Open Meeting Act. Times are approximate and subject to change.  Agenda items may be taken out of order to accommodate participants and encourage open discussion. The subcommittee meeting may be cancelled without notice.  Written comments on the agenda items should be submitted to the Commission no later than 12:00 p.m. the day before the subcommittee meeting. Please email written comments to jeanne.wolfe@lhc.ca.gov. For any questions regarding this meeting, please call (916) 445-2125.

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, August 16, 2018.

  • May 24
    2018
    Future of Work, Automation and Workforce Data
    9:30 a.m.
    Advisory Committee Meeting
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Advisory Committee Meeting on Future of Work, Automation and Workforce Data
    Thursday, May 24, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
    Lower Level Conference Room
    925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
    and
    425 S Palos Verdes Street
    San Pedro, CA 90731


    Meeting Background: The Little Hoover Commission is conducting a study on the applications and implications of artificial intelligence (AI). Its first hearing focused on the key challenges of AI in California, its economic implications and how it can be used to solve societal ills. Following the hearing, Commissioners indicated they wanted to learn about how California is preparing for the impacts of automation using state-owned data and discuss future workforce impacts. This advisory committee meeting will allow state officials, labor union representatives and other stakeholders the opportunity to discuss how the state collects labor data and share their views on how improvements can be made so long-term projections better reflect impacts of AI.


    Meeting Goals: To allow stakeholders to share information on labor data and its current limitations, discuss potential changes in the workforce and brainstorm on how the state can create and obtain better information to inform its planning decisions. The intent is to inform Commission recommendations.


    9:30 – 9:45 a.m.              

    Welcome and Introductions
    David Beier, Chair, Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee
    Iveta Brigis, Vice Chair, Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee
    Sean Varner, Vice Chair, Little Hoover Commission

    9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
    Government Agencies            

    • Understanding the lack of long-term labor data: What role does your state agency play in the creation of labor data and workforce planning? Does your agency develop or use long-term labor projections? What are the limitations of that information when considering how AI will impact future jobs? What essential state policies are implicated by correct or incorrect labor projections? How are you planning for the impacts of automation, AI and robotics? What labor data predictions do you wish the state had?

    10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
    All Participants 

    • Trends in the future of work: How is your organization or agency researching AI and automation? What are the data sources you use? What are the limitations of current data, and how could they be improved? What are the three or four major trends in job losses and gains, changes in the nature of work and evolution in the skills necessary for the jobs of the future due to AI?

    11:15 – 11:45 a.m.
    All Participants

    • Opportunities and impacts of AI and machine learning: Based on your own research and knowledge, what are the biggest ways AI and machine learning might impact the State of California, its residents and its current and future workforce? How can we work together to incorporate data-driven decision-making and strategic planning in discussions regarding the impacts of automation?


    11:45 – 12:00 p.m.              

    Final Comments

    There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the discussion. Please notify Commission staff if you would like to make a comment.

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    May 22, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:
    (916) 445-0994

    Notice of Meeting

    On Thursday, May 24th, 2018, the Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee of the Little Hoover Commission will hold an advisory committee meeting with government agencies and labor representatives to discuss what economic data California needs in order to assess and prepare for the impacts of AI and automation. The intent of the meeting is to inform Commission recommendations. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Lower Level Conference Room located at 925 L Street in Sacramento, California. A teleconference location accessible to the public during the advisory committee meeting is available at 425 S Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90271. 

    There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the meeting. The Commission also encourages written comments.

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, May 17, 2018.

  • January 25
    2018
    Artificial Intelligence: Applications and Implications
    9:30 a.m., State Capitol, Room 437, Sacramento, CA
    Public Hearing
    Agenda

    AGENDA

    Public Hearing on Artificial Intelligence
    Thursday, January 25, 2018, at 9:30 a.m.
    State Capitol, Room 437
    Sacramento, CA 95814


    Artificial Intelligence, Automation and Employment

    1. Michael Chui, Partner, McKinsey & Company (Written Testimony)
       
    2. Lenny Mendonca, Co-Chair, California Forward (Written Testimony)
       

    Artificial Intelligence Policy: A Primer and Roadmap for Government

    1. Ryan Calo, Associate Professor, University of Washington School of Law (Written Testimony)
       

    Workforce and Automation: Implications and Potential Mitigations

    1. Robert Atkinson, President, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (Written Testimony)
       
    2. Annette Bernhardt, Senior Researcher, UC Berkeley Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (Written Testimony)
       
    3. Glenda Humiston, Vice President, UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (Written Testimony, Attachment)
       

    Artificial Intelligence Takes on Societal Problems

    1. Eric Rice and Milind Tambe, Co-Directors, USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society (Written Testimony)
       

    Comments Made by the Public

    California State University (Written Testimony)

     

    Public Notice

    PUBLIC NOTICE

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    January 11, 2018

    For Additional Information Contact:
    Terri Hardy, Deputy Executive Director
    (916) 445-2125

    Notice of Meeting

    On Thursday, January 25, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a public hearing on the applications of artificial intelligence in California. The Commission will consider the key challenges of artificial intelligence, its economic implications for the state and how it can be used to solve societal ills.  The hearing will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Room 437 of the State Capitol in Sacramento.

    At the hearing, the Commission will first hear a discussion regarding artificial intelligence and employment. Representatives from McKinsey & Company and California Forward will discuss research on occupational disruption as a result of new technologies. Next, the Commission will hear from a University of Washington law and technology professor, who will discuss the major policy questions of artificial intelligence, its current and future applications and the importance of ensuring some form of in-house technical expertise for policymakers. The Commission will then hear from a panel on workforce impacts of artificial intelligence and automation. The panel, consisting of representatives from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation and the University of California, will discuss the positive and negative effects of automation, potential policy mitigations such as retraining and the role of government in supporting artificial intelligence.  Lastly, the Commission will hear from representatives of the USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society, who will discuss the use of artificial intelligence in solving difficult social problems such as educating homeless youth about HIV and AIDS.  

    There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the hearing.  Public comments will be limited to three minutes per person.  The Commission also encourages written comments.

    Immediately following the hearing, the Commission will hold a business meeting in the lower level conference room at 925 L Street in Sacramento.

    If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, January 18, 2018.

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November 15
2018
Artificial Intelligence
at approximately 2:30 p.m., BMG Conference Room, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Public Meeting
Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 14, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:

Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

(916) 445-2125

Second Revised Notice of Meeting (Teleconference Location Updated)

On Thursday, November 15, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a meeting to discuss and consider for adoption a draft report on the Commission’s study into artificial intelligence. The Commission may also consider items for future action or meetings. The meeting will begin at 2:30 p.m. in the BMG Conference Room located on the lower level of 925 L Street in Sacramento. This second revised notice only updates the additional teleconference locations, which are listed below:

  • 750 Battery Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94111
  • 585 Franklin Street, Mountain View, CA 94041
  • 425 S. Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90731
  • 3750 University Avenue, 6th Floor, Riverside, CA 92501-3323
  • 490 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA 94102
  • 8535 W Higgins Rd, Chicago, IL 60631
  • 21-G Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Monday, November 12, 2018.

October 25
2018
Business Meeting
at approximately 9:30 a.m., BMG Conference Room, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Business Meeting
Agenda

AGENDA

Business Meeting
Thursday, October 25, 2018
925 L Street, BMG Conference Room
Sacramento, CA

I. Business Meeting Minutes from March 22, July 26 and September 27, 2018

II. Draft Report on AI Study for Review and Consideration

III. Draft Report on Voter Participation for Review and Consideration

IV. Subcommittee Reports

V. Project Selection

VI. Implementation and Impact Activity

VII. Reports from the California State Auditor’s Office

VIII. Closed Session:

PERSONNEL

The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1). 

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 12, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:

Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

(916) 445-2125

Revised Notice of Meeting (Meeting Location Updated)

On Thursday, October 25, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a business meeting to review and consider draft letter reports on two current studies. The Commission will also conduct regularly scheduled activities. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the BMG Conference Room located on the lower level of 925 L Street in Sacramento.

Following this discussion, the Commission may meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).  The Commission will then reconvene in open session and publically announce any actions taken in closed session consistent with Government Code section 11126.3, subdivision(f).

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, October 18, 2018.

September 27
2018
Business Meeting
at approximately 9:30 a.m., Room 175, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Business Meeting
Agenda

AGENDA

Business Meeting
Thursday, September 27, 2017
925 L Street, Room 175
Sacramento, CA

I. Business Meeting Minutes from March 22, 2018 and July 26, 2018

II. Draft Letter on Denti-Cal Update for Review, Consideration and Possible Adoption

III. Draft Report for Review and Consideration on AI Study

IV. Subcommittee Reports

V. Project Selection

VI. Implementation and Impact Activity

VII. Reports from the California State Auditor’s Office

VIII. Closed Session:

PERSONNEL

The Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1). 

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 13, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:

Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A)

(916) 445-2125

Notice of Meeting

On Thursday, September 27, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a business meeting to review and consider a draft report on a current study and a draft letter report on a prior study. The Commission will also conduct regularly scheduled activities. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Conference Room 175 located on the first floor of 925 L Street in Sacramento.

Following this discussion, the Commission will meet in closed session to discuss personnel matters consistent with Government Code section 11126, subdivision (a)(1).  The Commission will then reconvene in open session and publically announce any actions taken in closed session consistent with Government Code section 11126.3, subdivision(f).

Following these updates, the Commission will conduct other business as detailed on the agenda. 

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, September 20, 2018.

August 23
2018
Artificial Intelligence
9:30 a.m., Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center, 500 Washington Street, San Francisco, CA 94111
Advisory Committee Meeting
Agenda

AGENDA

Advisory Committee Meeting
Thursday, August 23, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center
500 Washington Street
San Francisco, CA 94111

 

9:30 – 9:40 a.m.              

Welcome and Introduction to Study
David Beier, Chair, Artificial Intelligence Sub-Committee

Commission Study Process and Advisory Committee Role
Jeanne R. Wolfe, Executive Director (A), Little Hoover Commission


9:40 – 11:15 a.m.       

Discussion

  • What are the challenges and opportunities of AI-powered technologies?

  • How can the state best utilize AI-powered technologies to improve public services and promote ethical considerations in design and deployment?
  • What role should the state play in any legal or policy framework for AI-powered technologies?


11:15 – 11:30 a.m.              

Final Comments

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the discussion. Please notify Commission staff if you would like to make a comment.

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 9, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:
(916) 445-2125

Notice of Advisory Committee Meeting

On Thursday, August 23, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission’s subcommittee on artificial intelligence will hold an advisory committee meeting which is open to the public and will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) Bechtel Conference Center, 500 Washington Street, San Francisco. Members of the public will have the opportunity to comment on any item on the subcommittee’s agenda at the end of the meeting. The subcommittee also welcomes written comments on the agenda items.

The Little Hoover Commission’s advisory committee meetings are open to the public except when specifically noticed otherwise in accordance with the Open Meeting Act. Times are approximate and subject to change.  Agenda items may be taken out of order to accommodate participants and encourage open discussion. The subcommittee meeting may be cancelled without notice.  Written comments on the agenda items should be submitted to the Commission no later than 12:00 p.m. the day before the subcommittee meeting. Please email written comments to jeanne.wolfe@lhc.ca.gov. For any questions regarding this meeting, please call (916) 445-2125.

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Executive Director (A) at (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, August 16, 2018.

May 24
2018
Future of Work, Automation and Workforce Data
9:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., Lower Level Conference Room, Lower Level, 925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
Advisory Committee Meeting
Agenda

AGENDA

Advisory Committee Meeting on Future of Work, Automation and Workforce Data
Thursday, May 24, 2018, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Lower Level Conference Room
925 L Street, Sacramento, CA
and
425 S Palos Verdes Street
San Pedro, CA 90731


Meeting Background: The Little Hoover Commission is conducting a study on the applications and implications of artificial intelligence (AI). Its first hearing focused on the key challenges of AI in California, its economic implications and how it can be used to solve societal ills. Following the hearing, Commissioners indicated they wanted to learn about how California is preparing for the impacts of automation using state-owned data and discuss future workforce impacts. This advisory committee meeting will allow state officials, labor union representatives and other stakeholders the opportunity to discuss how the state collects labor data and share their views on how improvements can be made so long-term projections better reflect impacts of AI.


Meeting Goals: To allow stakeholders to share information on labor data and its current limitations, discuss potential changes in the workforce and brainstorm on how the state can create and obtain better information to inform its planning decisions. The intent is to inform Commission recommendations.


9:30 – 9:45 a.m.              

Welcome and Introductions
David Beier, Chair, Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee
Iveta Brigis, Vice Chair, Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee
Sean Varner, Vice Chair, Little Hoover Commission

9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
Government Agencies            

  • Understanding the lack of long-term labor data: What role does your state agency play in the creation of labor data and workforce planning? Does your agency develop or use long-term labor projections? What are the limitations of that information when considering how AI will impact future jobs? What essential state policies are implicated by correct or incorrect labor projections? How are you planning for the impacts of automation, AI and robotics? What labor data predictions do you wish the state had?

10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
All Participants 

  • Trends in the future of work: How is your organization or agency researching AI and automation? What are the data sources you use? What are the limitations of current data, and how could they be improved? What are the three or four major trends in job losses and gains, changes in the nature of work and evolution in the skills necessary for the jobs of the future due to AI?

11:15 – 11:45 a.m.
All Participants

  • Opportunities and impacts of AI and machine learning: Based on your own research and knowledge, what are the biggest ways AI and machine learning might impact the State of California, its residents and its current and future workforce? How can we work together to incorporate data-driven decision-making and strategic planning in discussions regarding the impacts of automation?


11:45 – 12:00 p.m.              

Final Comments

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the discussion. Please notify Commission staff if you would like to make a comment.

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 22, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:
(916) 445-0994

Notice of Meeting

On Thursday, May 24th, 2018, the Artificial Intelligence Subcommittee of the Little Hoover Commission will hold an advisory committee meeting with government agencies and labor representatives to discuss what economic data California needs in order to assess and prepare for the impacts of AI and automation. The intent of the meeting is to inform Commission recommendations. The meeting will begin at 9:30 a.m. in the Lower Level Conference Room located at 925 L Street in Sacramento, California. A teleconference location accessible to the public during the advisory committee meeting is available at 425 S Palos Verdes Street, San Pedro, CA 90271. 

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the meeting. The Commission also encourages written comments.

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, May 17, 2018.

January 25
2018
Artificial Intelligence: Applications and Implications
9:30 a.m., State Capitol, Room 437, Sacramento, CA
Public Hearing
Agenda

AGENDA

Public Hearing on Artificial Intelligence
Thursday, January 25, 2018, at 9:30 a.m.
State Capitol, Room 437
Sacramento, CA 95814


Artificial Intelligence, Automation and Employment

  1. Michael Chui, Partner, McKinsey & Company (Written Testimony)
     
  2. Lenny Mendonca, Co-Chair, California Forward (Written Testimony)
     

Artificial Intelligence Policy: A Primer and Roadmap for Government

  1. Ryan Calo, Associate Professor, University of Washington School of Law (Written Testimony)
     

Workforce and Automation: Implications and Potential Mitigations

  1. Robert Atkinson, President, Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (Written Testimony)
     
  2. Annette Bernhardt, Senior Researcher, UC Berkeley Institute for Research on Labor and Employment (Written Testimony)
     
  3. Glenda Humiston, Vice President, UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (Written Testimony, Attachment)
     

Artificial Intelligence Takes on Societal Problems

  1. Eric Rice and Milind Tambe, Co-Directors, USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society (Written Testimony)
     

Comments Made by the Public

California State University (Written Testimony)

 

Public Notice

PUBLIC NOTICE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 11, 2018

For Additional Information Contact:
Terri Hardy, Deputy Executive Director
(916) 445-2125

Notice of Meeting

On Thursday, January 25, 2018, the Little Hoover Commission will conduct a public hearing on the applications of artificial intelligence in California. The Commission will consider the key challenges of artificial intelligence, its economic implications for the state and how it can be used to solve societal ills.  The hearing will begin at 9:30 a.m. in Room 437 of the State Capitol in Sacramento.

At the hearing, the Commission will first hear a discussion regarding artificial intelligence and employment. Representatives from McKinsey & Company and California Forward will discuss research on occupational disruption as a result of new technologies. Next, the Commission will hear from a University of Washington law and technology professor, who will discuss the major policy questions of artificial intelligence, its current and future applications and the importance of ensuring some form of in-house technical expertise for policymakers. The Commission will then hear from a panel on workforce impacts of artificial intelligence and automation. The panel, consisting of representatives from the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation and the University of California, will discuss the positive and negative effects of automation, potential policy mitigations such as retraining and the role of government in supporting artificial intelligence.  Lastly, the Commission will hear from representatives of the USC Center for Artificial Intelligence in Society, who will discuss the use of artificial intelligence in solving difficult social problems such as educating homeless youth about HIV and AIDS.  

There will be an opportunity for public comment at the end of the hearing.  Public comments will be limited to three minutes per person.  The Commission also encourages written comments.

Immediately following the hearing, the Commission will hold a business meeting in the lower level conference room at 925 L Street in Sacramento.

If you need reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact (916) 445-2125 or littlehoover@lhc.ca.gov by Thursday, January 18, 2018.

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