As amended on 5/14/2026: - Prohibits the manufacture, sale, or distribution of chatbot toys, defined as AI companions embedded in or integrated with a children's toy. - Authorizes the attorney general to seek an injunction and civil penalties of up to $15,000 per day for each violation. - Repeals these provisions five years after they take effect. - The 5/8/2026 amendment deletes the definition of "child", and study on the potential risks and benefits of chatbot toys. - The 5/14/2026 amendment deletes the severability clause.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
May 28, 2026 | A | Hearing Scheduled - Rules (Addendum: B) |
May 28, 2026 | — | ordered to third reading rules cal.243 |
May 28, 2026 | — | rules report cal.243 |
May 28, 2026 | — | reported |
May 20, 2026 | A | Hearing Scheduled - Codes |
May 20, 2026 | — | reported referred to rules |
May 14, 2026 | — | print number 11144b |
May 14, 2026 | — | amend and recommit to codes |
| Last Action | May 28, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Apr 25, 2026 |
| Updated | May 29, 2026 |