United States of America: Leading Ethical AI Development (LEAD) for Kids Act (AB 1064)
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Leading Ethical AI Development (LEAD) for Kids Act was vetoed by Governor of California
On 13 October 2025, the Leading Ethical Artificial Intelligence (AI) Development for Kids Act was vetoed by the Governor of California. The Act applied to operators of companion chatbots that simulated sustained humanlike relationships with users un…
SourceLeading Ethical AI Development (LEAD) for Kids Act (AB 1064) was adopted by California State Legislature
On 11 September 2025, the Leading Ethical Artificial Intelligence (AI) Development for Kids Act was adopted by the California State Legislature. The Act applies to operators of companion chatbots that simulate sustained humanlike relationships with …
SourceLeading Ethical AI Development (LEAD) for Kids Act (AB 1064) was passed by California State Assembly
On 2 June 2025, the Leading Ethical Artificial Intelligence (AI) Development for Kids Act was passed by the State Assembly of California. The Act establishes rules for companion chatbots and generative AI systems. The Act applies to operators of AI …
SourceLeading Ethical AI Development (LEAD) for Kids Act (AB 1064) was introduced to Assembly
On 20 February 2025, the Leading Ethical Artificial Intelligence (AI) Development for Kids Act was introduced to the State Assembly of California. The Act establishes rules for companion chatbots and generative AI systems. The Act applies to operato…
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