California Lawmakers Push New Safety Rules for AI After Chatbot Tragedy

California Lawmaker Pushes to Require AI Companies to Release Safety Policies

A California lawmaker is making another effort to regulate artificial intelligence in the state after legislation that would have held large companies liable for harm caused by their technology was vetoed last year by Governor Gavin Newsom.

New California bill targets controversial AI 'companion' chatbots

New legislation in California would sets rules for chatbots that are designed as personalized and sometimes emotionally supportive digital friends.

California lawmakers push new safety rules for AI after chatbot tragedy

California lawmakers propose SB 243 to safeguard kids from AI chatbots after a teen's tragic death. Bill includes safety features and AI interaction disclosures.

California Advances Bill Regulating AI Companions Amid Concerns Over Mental Health Issues

A California bill aimed at regulating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) companion chatbots cleared a key legislative hurdle this week, as lawmakers sought to rein in these bots’ influence on the mental health of users. [contact-form-7] Senate Bill 243, which advanced to the Assembly Committee on Privacy and Consumer Protection, marks one of the first major attempts in the U.S. to regulate AI companions especially for its impact on…

CCIA to Testify Against California’s SB 243 on AI Chatbot Disclosures, Citing Legal and Innovation Risks

Washington – The Computer & Communications Industry Association is testifying today before the California Assembly Privacy and Consumer Protection Committee to voice concerns over SB 243. While intended to protect children from deceptive chatbot interactions, the bill’s broad scope could impose costly requirements even on AI tools that are not designed to act like human companions or engage users in personal conversations. Under SB 243, AI model…