California Governor issues Executive Order on AI procurement standards and responsible government use | DLA Piper
On March 30, 2026, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-5-26, directing state agencies to develop new standards for art
On March 30, 2026, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Executive Order N-5-26, directing state agencies to develop new standards for artificial intelligence (AI) companies seeking to contract with the state, as well as to expand responsible use of generative AI (GenAI) in government operations. The Order, which takes effect immediately, represents the latest step in California’s ongoing efforts to shape AI governance.
It follows the enactment of the Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act (TFAIA) and a series of AI-related bills signed into law in late 2025. In this alert, we summarize the Executive Order’s key provisions and potential implications for companies doing business with the State of California.
Original reporting: jdsupra.com.
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