Virginia · SB796 · 2026 session
Artificial Intelligence Companion Chatbots and Minors Act; established, enforcement, civil penalty.
EngrossedContinued to next session in Communications, Technology and Innovation (Voice Vote) · Mar 2, 2026
In plain language
Creates the Artificial Intelligence Companion Chatbots and Minors Act, requiring covered chatbot operators to implement reasonable safety systems, notify emergency services or law enforcement when a user faces imminent risk of death or serious injury, and report certain safety incidents to the Attorney General. Operators must also disclose to users that a chatbot is not human at set intervals. The Attorney General may seek injunctions and civil penalties, and individuals harmed by a violation, or a minor's parent or guardian, may bring a civil action.
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Legislative history
28 actions · newest first- Mar 2, 2026HouseContinued to next session in Communications, Technology and Innovation (Voice Vote)
- Mar 2, 2026HouseHouse committee offered
- Feb 24, 2026HouseReferred to Committee on Communications, Technology and Innovation
- Feb 24, 2026HouseRead first time
- Feb 24, 2026HousePlaced on Calendar
- Feb 17, 2026SenateRead third time and passed Senate (39-Y 1-N 0-A)