S.0896

Chatbot Regulation

Introduced·2/5/26

Chatbot Protection Act regulates chatbot activities, ensuring user data privacy and safety.

The Chatbot Protection Act establishes rules for chatbot providers in South Carolina. It defines key terms such as "chatbot," "personal data," and "profiling." The act prohibits chatbot providers from using personal data for purposes beyond user requests, selling chat logs, and retaining logs longer than ten years. It mandates that providers inform users they are interacting with a chatbot, ensure data security, and allow users to access their chat logs. The Attorney General can enforce the act, and users can seek civil remedies for violations.

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Where it stands

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In committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

May 6

9:00 AM

Senate Labor, Commerce and Industry Committee

May 5

10:00 AM

Senate L.C.I. Special Subcommittee

History

May 6

Senate

Committee report: Favorable with amendment Labor, Commerce and Industry

Feb 5

Senate

Introduced and read first time

Feb 5

Senate

Referred to Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry