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California passes strict AI companion law to protect youth, requiring warnings, age checks, and safety measures, effective 2026.
In October 2025, California enacted SB243, the nation’s strictest AI companion law, requiring companies to warn users, block minors from sensitive interactions, and prevent harmful content.
The law mandates disclosures, crisis referrals, and public safety reporting, with legal recourse for users.
It follows rising concerns over teens forming deep emotional bonds with AI, including romantic relationships and self-harm risks, prompting federal legislation like the GUARD Act.
California’s law takes effect in January 2026, with full compliance by July 2027, and may influence national standards as five states now regulate AI for youth mental health.
California aprueba una estricta ley de compañero de IA para proteger a los jóvenes, que requiere advertencias, comprobaciones de edad y medidas de seguridad, vigentes desde 2026.