This hearing will discuss the 2024-2025 Civil Grand Jury Report, which focuses on how the city can leverage artificial intelligence technology. The report aims to identify opportunities for government improvement and innovation in relation to AI.
Hearing on the 2024-2025 Civil Grand Jury Report, entitled "Techs in the City - Government’s Opportunity to Seize the AI Moment."
How it got here
The legislation originated from the 2024-2025 Civil Grand Jury's report on AI governance in San Francisco, prompting a public hearing to discuss its findings and recommendations.
The Civil Grand Jury released the report titled 'Techs in the City - Government’s Opportunity to Seize the AI Moment', highlighting the need for improved AI governance in the city.
The Board of Supervisors' Government Audit and Oversight Committee received the Civil Grand Jury report and began the process for departmental responses.
City departments were required to submit their responses to the findings and recommendations of the Grand Jury report by this date.
The Mayor's Office submitted a response agreeing with many of the Grand Jury's findings and outlining plans for AI implementation and governance improvements.
The Committee continued the hearing on the Grand Jury report to allow for further discussion and review of departmental responses.
The legislation is currently pending committee action following the public hearing on the Grand Jury report.
Reconstructed from attached documents & the official record
