HB2031

Establishes the "Children Harmed by AI Technology Act"

Introduced·1/7/26
Introduced Text

Establishes the "Children Harmed by AI Technology Act" to protect minors from harmful AI interactions.

The "Children Harmed by AI Technology Act" mandates that entities providing companion AI chatbots verify user ages and obtain parental consent for minors. It requires age verification using accurate methods and displays notifications to users about the non-human nature of chatbots. The act blocks minors from accessing sexually explicit or suggestive content and allows the attorney general to enforce compliance.

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Where it stands

Current
Emerging Issues Committee
Next
Committee decision

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2
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History

May 15

House

Referred: Emerging Issues(H)

Jan 8

House

Read Second Time (H)

Jan 7

House

Read First Time (H)