AB 1064 — Leading Ethical AI Development (LEAD) for Kids Act.
The LEAD for Kids Act prohibits AI developers from making companion chatbots available to children if the chatbots could foreseeably encourage self-harm, suicidal ideation, violence, or substance abuse. This addresses child safety risks from AI systems and establishes civil penalties for violations.
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