U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), John Curtis (R-Utah), and Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) have introduced the CHATBOT Act, legislation aimed at giving parents control over their children’s interactions with AI chatbots, addressing concerns about risks such as exposure to inappropriate content and manipulative design features. The bill mandates AI companies to create “family accounts” for parental management, requires parental consent for chatbot usage, and prohibits targeted advertising to minors, while also calling for further research on potential harms associated with chatbots. The bill has garnered support from various organizations advocating for responsible innovation and child safety.
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