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OpenAI backs California bill establishing age-appropriate teen safety guidelines
OpenAI formally endorsed California Senate Bill 1119, supporting age-appropriate AI safeguards for teens while preserving educational opportunities.
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The short version
- OpenAI announced its formal support for California Senate Bill 1119 on September 1, 2026.
- The bill aims to establish strong, age-appropriate safeguards for teenagers interacting with generative AI applications.
- OpenAI argued the legislation balances safety requirements with the need to preserve teens' ability to explore, learn, and create.
OpenAI formally endorsed California Senate Bill 1119, supporting age-appropriate AI safeguards for teens while preserving educational opportunities.