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Washington · SB5870 · 2025 session

Establishing civil liability for suicide linked to the use of artificial intelligence systems.

IntroducedFirst reading, referred to Environment, Energy & Technology · Jan 12, 2026

In plain language

Creates civil liability for harm, including suicide, linked to the use of artificial intelligence systems, allowing affected individuals or their families to pursue legal claims against AI developers or operators.

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Legislative history

2 actions · newest first
  1. Jan 12, 2026SenateFirst reading, referred to Environment, Energy & Technology.
  2. Dec 11, 2025SenatePrefiled for introduction.