New York S09051 prohibits AI companions from using unsafe features for minors.

New York S09051 amends the general business law to add a new article prohibiting operators from providing unsafe AI companion features to minors. Unsafe features include those that promote harmful behaviors, simulate human emotions, or facilitate sexually explicit conduct. Operators must use reasonable age assurance methods to determine if a user is a minor. The attorney general can enforce this law and promulgate necessary rules. The act takes effect January 1, 2027.

New York S09051 prohibits AI companions from using unsafe features for minors.

New York S09051 amends the general business law to add a new article prohibiting operators from providing unsafe AI companion features to minors. Unsafe features include those that promote harmful behaviors, simulate human emotions, or facilitate sexually explicit conduct. Operators must use reasonable age assurance methods to determine if a user is a minor. The attorney general can enforce this law and promulgate necessary rules. The act takes effect January 1, 2027.