Establishes civil liability for suicides linked to artificial intelligence systems.

The bill establishes civil liability for suicides linked to artificial intelligence systems. It defines "artificial intelligence" and "companion chatbot" and outlines conditions under which an owner can be held liable. Operators must implement protocols to prevent suicidal ideation and self-harm content, disclose chatbot limitations to minors, and report annually to the Department of Health. The bill also specifies that the duties and obligations imposed are cumulative to other laws and that invalid provisions do not affect the rest of the act.

Establishes civil liability for suicides linked to artificial intelligence systems.

The bill establishes civil liability for suicides linked to artificial intelligence systems. It defines "artificial intelligence" and "companion chatbot" and outlines conditions under which an owner can be held liable. Operators must implement protocols to prevent suicidal ideation and self-harm content, disclose chatbot limitations to minors, and report annually to the Department of Health. The bill also specifies that the duties and obligations imposed are cumulative to other laws and that invalid provisions do not affect the rest of the act.