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CA AB2291
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/19/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tom Lackey
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AI Summary
- Establishes legislative intent to create a confidential hotline and digital reporting portal for K-12 students to report harassment involving AI-generated deepfakes
- Would provide immediate, trauma-informed guidance to students who report incidents without fear of retaliation or punishment
- Builds on existing California law requiring school districts, county offices of education, and charter schools to adopt anti-bullying procedures, including cyberbullying
- Introduced by Assembly Member Lackey on February 19, 2026, as an intent bill with no current appropriation or fiscal impact
- Does not enact substantive changes; signals future legislation will contain specific implementation details
Legislative Description
Pupil safety: harassment: AI-generated deepfakes: hotline and portal.
Last Action
From printer. May be heard in committee March 22.
2/20/2026
Full Bill Text
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