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California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed legislation requiring AI companion chatbots to notify young users they’re not human and remind them to take breaks. The law addresses growing concerns about children’s mental health and AI interactions.

California has enacted groundbreaking legislation requiring AI companion chatbots to disclose their artificial nature and remind young users to take regular breaks. Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 243 into law Monday, establishing new safeguards for children interacting with artificial intelligence systems as artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into daily life.

What the New California Chatbot Law Requires