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California Bill Would Bar Companies from Advertising AI Chatbots as Therapy and Set Rules for Clinical Use

California's SB 903 would ban marketing AI chatbots as therapy and would require licensed clinician review of AI therapeutic decisions.

Medical Daily · Aug 9

California Lawmakers Target Price Gouging at ICE Detention Facilities

Immigrant detainees say they pay $20 for tampons and nearly $19 for instant coffee while earning only $1 per day through a federal work program.

Capital & Main · Jul 13

Why a California Senator Is Pushing a Four-Year US Ban on AI Chatbots in Children's Toys

A California senator proposes a four-year ban on AI chatbots in children's toys over safety and privacy concerns, highlighting the risks of AI in everyday play.

International Business Times UK · Jan 7