California Bill Aims to Put Restrictions on Self-Checkout

California lawmakers are considering a new bill prohibiting grocery stores and retail drug stores from offering self-checkout options unless certain conditions are met. The conditions include limiting self-checkout to 10 items or less, having at least one staffed checkout available, and prohibiting certain items from being purchased via self-checkout. Stores using AI would need to complete an assessment before implementing the technology under the bill. The bill's sponsor says it will protect workers and the public by ensuring proper staffing levels and regulating self-checkout.