As introduced: - Requires operators of artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots to implement a reasonable age verification process for all users. - Prohibits minors from accessing or using AI companions, which are defined as chatbots designed to simulate interpersonal or emotional interaction. - Creates criminal offenses for making an AI chatbot available that encourages minors to engage with sexually explicit content or that promotes suicide, self-injury, or violence. - Establishes data security requirements for collected age verification data, including data minimization, retention limits, and a prohibition on selling or sharing the data. - Authorizes the Attorney General to enforce the provisions and seek civil penalties.
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
Feb 11, 2026 | H | Referred to Communications & Technology, Feb. 11, 2026 |
| Last Action | Feb 11, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Year | 2025 |
| Bill Type | Bill |
| Created | Mar 21, 2026 |
| Updated | Feb 12, 2026 |