Press Releases

On behalf of Silicon Valley Leadership Group (SVLG), I commend the Administration’s commitment to accelerating American AI innovation through critical investments in 21st-century infrastructure, streamlining data center permitting, and increasing federal support for workforce training and business competitiveness in technology hubs like Silicon Valley.

On Monday, SVLG gathered members from across California’s innovation ecosystem for a virtual conversation on the evolving landscape of AI policy across Washington, D.C. and Sacramento. The Capitol to Capitol Lunch Brief gathered tech leaders and policy experts to discuss the progress of AI legislation in both capitals and the path forward for California’s leadership on emerging technologies and regional competitiveness.

After thoughtful consideration, the Bay Area Council and the Silicon Valley Leadership Group have jointly decided to conclude formal discussions about creating a unified organization. While we will not move forward with a merger at this time, both organizations remain committed to collaboration and will continue to work to advance the priorities that matter most to our region’s future.

“Today, Governor Gavin Newsom put forth his May budget revision, which seeks to close a projected $12 billion deficit for the upcoming fiscal year amid strong economic headwinds driven by federal tariffs, recent natural disasters, and ongoing stock market volatility.

At SVLG, we are committed to continuing these critical discussions in partnership with the Institute for California AI Policy, bringing together business and government leaders to advance responsible AI solutions to ensure that California, and our nation, remain the global epicenter for AI-driven innovation.