California’s new AI law protects kids and sets a precedent

California's New AI Law Protects Kids and Sets a Precedent

California has passed the nation's first law to regulate AI chatbots for kids, which could reshape digital parenting. The law, known as Senate Bill 243, makes California the first state to create guardrails for how AI chatbots can interact with minors.

The legislation was signed by Governor Gavin Newsom and is being hailed as a first-of-its-kind law. It recognizes the concern that many parents have: kids are growing up in conversations that parents can't always overhear.

When California draws a line, the rest of the country tends to take notice.

This new law could change how every parent thinks about chatbots and may soon redefine digital parenting across the U.S.

Author's summary: California passes first AI law to protect kids.

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Motherly Motherly — 2025-10-15

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