How to Comply with Transparency — CA Companion Chatbot Act

SB 243 · CA · Effective Jan 1, 2026

In effect

Disclose that users are interacting with an AI chatbot.

Implementation steps

  1. Ensure users are clearly informed they are talking to an AI.
  2. Place disclosure where required (e.g., first message, footer).
  3. Retain evidence of disclosure.

Evidence needed

  • Disclosure text and placement
  • Screenshots

Passing criteria

  • Disclosure clear and present
  • Documented
Penalties: Up to $25K per violation. Enforced by Attorney General.

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