California SB300 mandates disclosures and protections for users interacting with companion chatbots.

California SB300 requires operators of companion chatbots to notify users when they are interacting with an artificially generated entity. Operators must prevent chatbots from engaging with users unless they have protocols to address suicidal ideation, suicide, or self-harm. For minor users, operators must disclose the artificial nature of the chatbot, remind them to take breaks, and prevent the chatbot from producing explicit content. The bill also adds provisions to the Government Code regarding nonprofit organizations and public officials.

California SB300 mandates disclosures and protections for users interacting with companion chatbots.

California SB300 requires operators of companion chatbots to notify users when they are interacting with an artificially generated entity. Operators must prevent chatbots from engaging with users unless they have protocols to address suicidal ideation, suicide, or self-harm. For minor users, operators must disclose the artificial nature of the chatbot, remind them to take breaks, and prevent the chatbot from producing explicit content. The bill also adds provisions to the Government Code regarding nonprofit organizations and public officials.