California's Governor Newsom signed AB 1043 into law, introducing age-gating to app stores and operating systems. This bill, supported by tech giants, places users into age categories for app developers. Unlike laws in Utah and Texas, parental consent isn't required for downloads, nor are ID uploads. The law is a method of age-gating, rather than strict verification. This legislation follows similar trends in other states and the UK. Additional laws like AB 56 mandate social media platforms display warning labels about risks. Another law addresses AI chatbots, requiring guardrails to prevent self-harm content and offer crisis services. Further legislation prohibits chatbots from posing as healthcare professionals. A bill concerning deepfake pornography also passed, introducing penalties for distribution. These measures follow lawsuits over teen suicides related to AI. The laws include provisions for crisis intervention resources and clarify the role of AI in providing health information. These steps were taken to ensure safety and address societal concerns.