As engrossed on 4/20/2026: - Requires companion chatbot operators to provide a disclaimer to users under 18 that the interaction is not with a human at the outset of an interaction and every three hours, or when prompted. - Prohibits offering rewards that encourage engagement or producing sexually explicit content or simulating emotional dependence for minor users. - Requires offering tools for users and parents to control privacy settings. - Requires the implementation of a protocol to respond to user prompts about self-harm by referring the user to a crisis service provider. Prohibits implying that output is provided by a licensed professional. - Makes a violation of the act a deceptive trade practice.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
May 5, 2026 | S | Hearing Scheduled - Business, Labor, & Technology |
May 5, 2026 | S | Senate Committee on Business, Labor, & Technology Refer Amended to Senate Committee of the Whole |
May 4, 2026 | S | Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Business, Labor, & Technology |
Apr 21, 2026 | H | House Third Reading Passed - No Amendments |
Apr 20, 2026 | H | House Second Reading Special Order - Passed with Amendments - Committee, Floor |
Mar 31, 2026 | H | House Second Reading Laid Over Daily - No Amendments |
Mar 26, 2026 | H | Hearing Scheduled - Business Affairs & Labor |
Mar 26, 2026 | H | House Committee on Business Affairs & Labor Refer Amended to House Committee of the Whole |
| Last Action | May 5, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2026 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | May 7, 2026 |