Compliance with California Bill SB-243
Effective Date: January 1, 2026
Legislative Requirement
California enacted Bill SB-243, which mandates that AI companion chatbot platforms implement protocols preventing self-harm content production. The law specifically requires:
“a protocol for preventing the production of suicidal ideation, suicide, or self-harm content to the user, including…providing a notification…if the user expresses suicidal ideation, suicide, or self-harm.”
— SB-243
Amoura’s Implementation
To maintain compliance while serving California residents, Amoura has deployed the following safeguards: detecting expressions of self-harm from users located in California and displaying an in-app message with links to crisis support resources.
Privacy Protection
Amoura anonymously records compliance events to protect user privacy.
Ongoing Commitment
Amoura commits to remaining compliant with evolving legislation while preserving user autonomy, confidentiality, and relationship integrity.