California lawmakers advance AI and social media rules
By The BriefBrief
California lawmakers passed new safeguards aimed at social media and artificial intelligence, with additional measures expected as the legislative session nears its end. The package also includes potential restrictions on data centers, targeting impacts on children and workers as tech deepens in daily life.
WHO:California lawmakers
WHAT:Passed safeguards around social media and artificial intelligence, and are poised to approve restrictions on data centers
WHEN:Reported Aug 31, 2026 at 8:57 PM ET
WHERE:California
WHY:The measures are being advanced as lawmakers move to decide on bills addressing social media safety and AI’s impact on jobs.
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