California governor signs law blocking addictive social feeds for minors
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California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB1709, blocking social platforms from providing algorithmic recommendations, infinite scroll, or autoplay to users under 16 without parental consent. The law is part of a package of online safety bills signed on September 10, 2026. It also requires chatbot makers to notify young users they are not talking to a human.
Key Facts
- AB1709 prohibits social platforms from offering algorithmic recommendations, infinite scroll, or autoplay to users under 16 without parental consent.
- Governor Gavin Newsom signed the bill on September 10, 2026.
- The package includes a rule requiring chatbot makers to notify young users that they are not talking to a human.
The New Law
AB1709 targets features that keep minors engaged, including algorithmic recommendations, infinite scroll, and autoplay. Platforms must obtain parental consent before providing these features to users under 16. The law was signed by Governor Gavin Newsom on September 10, 2026.
Broader Safety Package
Newsom also signed additional online safety bills alongside AB1709. One new rule requires chatbot makers to notify young users that they are not interacting with a human.
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