California Governor Signs AB 2246 Replacing Age-Appropriate Design Code Act
The law updates California’s rules for child‑focused online services, impacting platforms and developers.
ADTP Regulatory Watch· October 7, 2026· CA AG
ImpactModerate 45
Type🏛️ New Law
Statussignedenacted, check the effective date
JurisdictionUS-CA
Effectivenot stated
BillAB 2246
What happened
On September 10, 2026, the governor of California signed AB 2246. The bill repeals and replaces the California Age-Appropriate Design Code Act, establishing a new framework for online services accessed by children.
Why it matters for trust and compliance
Its status is signed. It is enacted but may not be in force yet. Check the effective date before planning around it.
The law updates California’s rules for child‑focused online services, impacting platforms and developers.
It relates to CA AADC. The regulations library explains what that law requires.
Who is affected
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