Tech bros and corporate overlords, listen up: California lawmakers are about to drop the hammer on AI’s workplace tyranny.

In a bold move that could revolutionize how we work, state legislators are pushing bills that would force employers to be transparent about their algorithmic management tactics. Senate Bill 7 is leading the charge, demanding companies give workers a 30-day heads up before using AI to make critical employment decisions like hiring, firing, or determining pay.

The AI Workplace Invasion

Imagine being rejected from a job because an algorithm decided your resume looks “weird” or your brain scans suggest you might not be a perfect corporate drone. Sounds dystopian? Welcome to 2025, where AI is quietly reshaping employment landscapes with zero accountability.

Worker Protection or Business Nightmare?

Business groups are predictably whining about potential costs, but labor unions are not backing down. Federation president Lorena Gonzalez is crystal clear: “We have to set up guardrails against every kind of surveillance and AI tool to ensure workers have privacy and respect”.

The Real Stakes

A recent survey revealed that nearly 60% of Californians believe AI benefits will primarily enrich the wealthy, while 70% want government intervention. The message is loud and clear: workers are demanding protection from algorithmic discrimination and unchecked technological power.

As tech continues its relentless march, these bills represent a crucial first step in ensuring that AI serves humanity, not the other way around. Stay woke, Bay Area.