Regulates AI companion chatbots in Washington to ensure transparency, safety, and ethical use.

The bill regulates artificial intelligence companion chatbots in Washington, requiring operators to clearly disclose that the chatbots are artificial and not human. It mandates protocols for detecting and addressing suicidal ideation or self-harm by users, especially minors. Operators must prevent the generation of sexually explicit content and suggestive dialogue with minors, and prohibit manipulative engagement techniques. The bill aims to uphold user dignity, psychological safety, and transparency while fostering responsible innovation in AI technologies.

Regulates AI companion chatbots in Washington to ensure transparency, safety, and ethical use.

The bill regulates artificial intelligence companion chatbots in Washington, requiring operators to clearly disclose that the chatbots are artificial and not human. It mandates protocols for detecting and addressing suicidal ideation or self-harm by users, especially minors. Operators must prevent the generation of sexually explicit content and suggestive dialogue with minors, and prohibit manipulative engagement techniques. The bill aims to uphold user dignity, psychological safety, and transparency while fostering responsible innovation in AI technologies.