CA SB957

Requires online dating services operating in California to adopt and publish a safety policy by January 1, 2028, covering prohibited conduct, criminal background screening practices, identity verification, member suspension/banning procedures, and reporting guidelines

Mandates annual reports to the Attorney General on member safety and compliance, with the first report due January 31, 2028

Safety policies must include notice that non-consensual sexual conduct violates the policy and is illegal, along with information about resources for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence

Authorizes the Attorney General to enforce violations with civil penalties up to $20,000 per violation

Adds non-compliance with safety policy requirements to the Consumer Legal Remedies Act as an unfair or deceptive trade practice, enabling private civil actions