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California · SB243 · 2025 session

Companion chatbots.

EnactedChaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 677, Statutes of 2025 · Oct 13, 2025

In plain language

Regulates companion chatbots — AI-driven conversational products designed for social or emotional interaction — under the Business and Professions Code. Sets disclosure, safety, or operational requirements for companies offering companion chatbot products to California consumers. Primarily targets private-sector chatbot developers and platforms.

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Legislative history

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  1. Oct 13, 2025—Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 677, Statutes of 2025.
  2. Oct 13, 2025—Approved by the Governor.
  3. Sep 22, 2025—Enrolled and presented to the Governor at 11 a.m.
  4. Sep 11, 2025SenateAssembly amendments concurred in. (Ayes 33. Noes 3. Page 2880.) Ordered to engrossing and enrolling.
  5. Sep 10, 2025SenateIn Senate. Concurrence in Assembly amendments pending.
  6. Sep 10, 2025AssemblyRead third time. Passed. (Ayes 59. Noes 1. Page 3189.) Ordered to the Senate.