Regulating AI companion chatbots in Washington to ensure transparency, prevent harm, and protect minors.

The bill regulates artificial intelligence companion chatbots in Washington to ensure transparency, prevent harm, and protect minors. It requires operators to implement protocols for detecting and addressing suicidal ideation or self-harm by users, including providing crisis resources. Operators must disclose the artificial nature of the chatbots, especially to minors, and prevent the generation of sexually explicit content. The bill also mandates public disclosure of protocols and crisis referral notifications.

Regulating AI companion chatbots in Washington to ensure transparency, prevent harm, and protect minors.

The bill regulates artificial intelligence companion chatbots in Washington to ensure transparency, prevent harm, and protect minors. It requires operators to implement protocols for detecting and addressing suicidal ideation or self-harm by users, including providing crisis resources. Operators must disclose the artificial nature of the chatbots, especially to minors, and prevent the generation of sexually explicit content. The bill also mandates public disclosure of protocols and crisis referral notifications.