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AI Summary
SB1119 aims to enhance safety for companion chatbots used by children, though specific measures are not confirmed due to limited bill text.
Business Impact
If you operate a companion chatbot in California, you must conduct annual risk assessments and comply with safety protocols by July 1, 2027, or face penalties.
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Introduced
— Filed in the legislature; not yet heard in committee
In Committee
— Assigned to and being reviewed by a legislative committee
Passed
— Approved by one or both chambers; awaiting further action
Signed / Enacted
— Signed into law by the governor; may or may not be in effect yet
Dead / Vetoed
— Vetoed, failed to pass, or session expired without action
Unknown
— Status data not yet available or awaiting classification
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What This Means
Senate Bill 1119 seeks to improve the safety of companion chatbots for children in California, focusing on minimizing potential harms from chatbot interactions.
Key Provisions
- Child safety policies must be published and updated on the operator's website.
- Parental controls must be accessible and easy to use.
Latest Legislative Action
In Assembly. Read first time. Held at Desk.
Bill Sponsors
| Name | Role | District |
|---|---|---|
| Buffy Wicks D | Sponsor | HD-014 |
| Rebecca Bauer-Kahan D | Sponsor | HD-016 |
| Steve Padilla D | Sponsor | SD-018 |
Roll Call Votes (showing 3 of 5)
S ·
Senate 3rd Reading SB1119 Padilla et al ·
May 19, 2026
39 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Do pass ·
May 14, 2026
6 Yea
0 Nay
1 Other
Passed ✓
S ·
Placed on suspense file ·
May 11, 2026
7 Yea
0 Nay
Passed ✓
Compliance Checklist
Conduct annual risk assessments for child safety
Who: Operators of companion chatbots
Deadline: By July 1, 2027
Penalty: Civil penalties up to $5,000 per affected child for negligent violations
Who: Operators of companion chatbots
Deadline: By July 1, 2027
Penalty: Civil penalties up to $5,000 per affected child for negligent violations
Submit independent audit reports to the Attorney General
Who: Operators of companion chatbots
Deadline: Within 90 days of completing an audit
Penalty: Confidentiality breaches may lead to enforcement actions
Who: Operators of companion chatbots
Deadline: Within 90 days of completing an audit
Penalty: Confidentiality breaches may lead to enforcement actions
Related & Companion Bills
Full Legal Analysis
Senate Bill 1119 introduces potential regulations for companion chatbots, with an emphasis on child safety. This analysis is based on limited information, and specific provisions, including definitions and enforcement mechanisms, are not confirmed by the bill text. The role and reporting requirements of the Attorney General are not addressed in the available bill description.
Official Source
Official Bill Text
View SB1119 on official legislature website →
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