Bill > HF1991

This bill introduces new regulations in Minnesota regarding minors' access to chatbots for recreational purposes. Specifically, the bill defines a chatbot as a computer program designed to simulate conversation with human users over the internet, and a minor as an individual under 18 years old. The legislation makes it unlawful for any person who owns or controls a website, application, software, or program to allow minors to access chatbots for recreational purposes. To comply with the law, service providers must require individuals to provide proof of age before granting access to chatbots. If someone violates these provisions, they can face significant legal consequences, including civil actions by injured individuals who may seek damages up to $1,000, injunctive relief, and attorney fees. Additionally, the attorney general can enforce the law and impose civil penalties on violators up to $5,000,000. The bill aims to protect minors from potentially inappropriate or harmful interactions with AI-powered conversational tools by creating a legal framework to restrict their access.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF1991&ssn=0&y=2025