On September 28, 2025, the Los Angeles Times reported that a package of bills to regulate the safety of chatbots is awaiting Governor Gavin Newsom's signature before mid-October. The proposed laws aim to minimize risks to teens and impose controls on bot claims and capabilities. Expected impact: If signed into law, California will become a regulatory reference point that influences the design of AI products and services in the state and beyond. Significance: These laws may set practical standards for how chatbots can be tested and their limitations disclosed, leading to greater transparency for users.
California awaits "chatbot safety" decisions.
