SB 243: California SB 243: Companion Chatbot Regulation
enactedStateRegulates AI companion chatbots in California. Requires operators to disclose when users interact with AI rather than humans. Applies to systems designed to meet users' social needs. Part of California's continued leadership in state AI regulation despite federal preemption pressure.
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Quick Facts
- Bill Number
- SB 243
- Jurisdiction
- California
- Author / Sponsor
- California Legislature
- Introduced
- 2025
- Status
- enacted
- Scope
- State
Position Summary
Support3
Mixed1
Sources
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state-legislationai-chatbotsdisclosurecaliforniacompanion-ai