Common Sense Media helped lead the effort to enact three new California laws. See what changes for your family, when protections begin, and how to get involved.

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Common Sense Media helped write these bills, spoke to lawmakers, and brought families together to speak up for kids.

AB 1709

Social media platforms covered by the law must turn off certain addictive features for California kids under 16. Starts January 1, 2027.

AB 2

Large social media companies could have to pay more if a court finds their carelessness harmed a child. Applies from January 1, 2027.

SB 1119

The law requires companies to check for risks and add protections for kids who use certain AI companion chatbots. Main protections start July 1, 2027.

Set technology habits that work for your family using our age-based planners.

Our testing documented risks from AI companions. We recommend that under-18s avoid them.

In our 2026 survey, 44% of 9- to 17-year-olds reported no parent discussion of safe AI use.

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